Canon printer drivers often update automatically with your computer’s OS update. However, there are situations where ‘Manual Updates‘ are required. Depending on your operating system, there are several simple ways to update the driver, though you might encounter some challenges along the way. Here, I will show you the entire procedure for Windows and Mac users.
Let’s go through the step-by-step methods to update your Canon printer driver on both Windows and Mac systems.
Update Canon Printer Driver on Windows
The following procedures will help you complete your ‘Canon printer driver update‘ process by using the driver installer or via the Add Printer wizard.
Method 1: Using the Installer
- First, you should get the ‘Canon printer driver installer‘ on your device.
- Then, open the installer and select one of the available drivers – PCL, PS3, or UFR II, based on your printer model. Click Next to continue.
- Next, you should verify the installation settings and click on the Start button.
- Once the files are copied, click Exit to finish the installation.
- It will update all the already installed ‘Canon Printer Drivers‘ on your device.
Method 2: Using Add Printer Wizard
- First, take the Software CD-ROM and insert it into the CD-ROM drive.
- Click the Start menu, go to Settings, and select Printers. (Depending on your Windows version, the option name may differ slightly.)
- When you are in the printer folder, right-click on your Canon printer option and select Properties.
- After that, select the Advanced tab.
- Next, click on the “New Driver” button and follow the instructions you see.
- In the wizard window, select ‘Have Disk’, specify the driver path from the CD-ROM, and follow the on-screen instructions.
- You are required to follow the same steps for all the remaining drivers.
- Once you have completed this process for all drivers, restart your computer.
Update Canon Printer Driver on a Mac
If you are using a Canon printer with a Mac, then follow the steps below to update the drivers.
- First, browse the Canon website – httsp://ij.start.canon/.
- In the search bar, you have to input your printer’s name and ensure it’s correct.
- From the open list, click on the printer option; this will direct you to the support page for your printer model.
- Next, your Mac OS and its version will be detected automatically. If your OS version isn’t selected automatically, then choose it manually from the dropdown menu.
- Click on the Software & Drivers option on the open page.
- Then, look for the latest driver update suitable for your printer and click the Download option next to it.
- If the drivers aren’t visible, click Load More to expand the list.
- Once the latest driver download is complete, double-click the downloaded file.
- Click twice on the .PKG file and then install it by following the instructions you see.
- Finally, the Canon printer driver will be updated.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why Am I facing Issues while Updating My Canon Printer Driver?
Below are some possible reasons why the update may fail:
- You are downloading a corrupt or incompatible driver for your Canon printer.
- There are some settings issues on your PC.
- Any firewall or security product creates hurdles during the download process.
- Not following the correct procedure to download the driver.
- Your computer is facing a connection problem.
- Your printer already has the latest driver, but it may be facing other technical issues.
How to Setup a Canon Printer?
In order to setup a printer, follow the steps below:
- First of all, you have to prepare the Canon Printer.
- To prepare the printer, you need to place it on a flat table.
- After that, you will need to install the Canon Printer driver.
- To download the driver, you can use a CD-ROM and the official site.
- Next, connect the printer wirelessly and add it to your device.
How to Activate My Canon Printer?
Activating a printer is not a daunting task. With simple tutorials or steps, you can easily do this in no time. Follow the steps that I have described below to connect your printer:
- First, hit the notification area icon after installation.
- Then, you have to go to Settings > Printing > Canon Print Service.
- Next, you have to activate the service on the Settings screen.
How Do I Connect My Canon Printer to My Mac?
Learn How to Connect your Canon printing device to a Mac, follow these steps:
- In the first step, head to the Apple menu on your Mac.
- Now, select the System Preferences option.
- Then, hit the Canon Software Update option.
- After that, go to the Printers & Scanners option.
- Next, click on the Add option and choose the Default option.
- Now, pick your printer model from the list.
- Finally, type your printer’s name into the search box.
- Finally, click on the Return button.
How Do I Connect Canon Printer to PC via Bluetooth?
In order to connect your printer to your PC via Bluetooth, follow the steps given below:
- First, you need to enable the Bluetooth on your computer.
- Then, navigate to the Control Panel.
- Next, select Printers and Devices > Bluetooth Devices.
- Afterward, switch on your Canon Printer.
- Ensure that the “My device is set up and ready to be found” checkbox is selected.
- Now, Select Add Device.
- You need to wait for the computer to look for the nearby Canon printers.
- Choose the printer you want to connect to and pair.
How Do I Install a Canon Printer Driver?
You can find step-by-step installation guides for Canon printer drivers on our website. Try the instructions provided to install the Canon driver correctly.
Why Is My Canon TS3522 Printer Not Connecting to WiFi?
Here are some possible common points that could be responsible for your printer not connecting to your WiFi.
- The WiFi connection is restricted for some devices.
- Your Canon Printer is not able to scan for your printer.
- The printer and WiFi router are far from each other.
- Not following the correct Canon Printer connection process.
- The printer faces software/firmware errors and other issues.