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What to do when Encoding Issue is Encountered
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Created/Edited - 4/22/2026 by Clara Boo | Alteryx

How To

Address encoding issues. Use the Unicode (UTF-8) for worldwide language support option of Region Settings in Windows. 

Prerequisites
  • Alteryx Designer, Alteryx Server
    • Version(s)
      • All 
Procedure

 

  1. In Windows, go to Control Panel and select "Clock and Region".
  2. In the Region window, select the "Administrative" tab.
  3. Click the "Change system locale..." button.
  4. In the Region Settings window, select the "Use the Unicode (UTF-8) for worldwide language support" option.

 

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