Why Is My Web Application Not Displaying Characters Properly?

If your Web application is not displaying the characters properly, or strange symbols or character are mixed in with your content, you may need to change a setting in your browser.

Internet Explorer Users

Check the settings for Encoding:

  1. In Internet Explorer, click View > Encoding.
  2. Select one of the following:
    • From the listed encodings, select one that meets the requirements of your application.
    • Click More, then select an encoding that meets the requirements of your application.
    • Click Auto-Select.

Mozilla Firefox Users

Check the settings for Character Coding:

  1. In Mozilla Firefox, click Settings > Content.
  2. In the Fonts & Colors section, click Advanced.
  3. Select a character coding that meets the requirements of your application.

If you still have problems, ensure that your system locale is set for the language of your application under test.