Windows changed default font to 8514oem

So this happened a while ago after an update but I've only just got around to trying to fix it. One day after an update, I noticed the text on my computer had all been changed to this old, ugly font (8514oem) in place of the standard Windows font, which I think was segoe UI

I've downloaded Segoe UI again in case the files were deleted in the update but it hasn't made a difference. On all of my programs, despite changing font settings on e.g. firefox, everything is still shown to me in 8514oem.

I also can't delete the font from my computer. I've tried resetting font settings to default, I've downloaded restore_default_font_settings.reg for good measure, and I've had no luck. It's driving me crazy. I'm pretty sure it's connected to other problems I've had following an update but this one is the most aesthetically bothering.

How can I fix this?

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Kyo.Y - MSFT

Hi Elisend,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

Based on the original description, we understand that you are experiencing issues related to the default fonts.

Windows 11 no longer allows changes to the default fonts.

Changes to fonts may be affected by graphics APIs, system APIs, or application conflicts.

We note that you mention “restore_default_font_settings”, which seems to be similar to the information in another thread, such as this one.

Windows add font 8514oem when I change windows DPI to 125%. Why? - Microsoft Community

Are you experiencing the same situation with specific display resolution/scale?

If possible, would you mind sharing more information about this issue with us?

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