When the Canon Printer offline warning pops up just when you have to print something very important, it can be really frustrating. Among the problems that printer users report, this one is the most common, but the good news is that it is generally easy to fix. By understanding its cause, you can prevent your Canon printer from going offline.
Common reasons for "Canon Printer Offline" error
There are multiple reasons behind such problems. Usually, when our computer fails to communicate with the printer, this problem occurs. And the reason may be:
A loose network or USB cable
- Changes in network settings or Wi-Fi disconnection,
- Wrong printer settings, such as the printer being in "Use Canon Printer Offline" mode
Outdated firmware or printer drivers
- Before proceeding with the troubleshooting, first, check if your Canon printer is properly powered on and connected to the same WLAN as your computer. If you are using Wi-Fi, ensure that the router is functioning properly and that the printer's signal is strong.
Ways to fix Canon Printer Offline error
- Check Connections: Double-check that every cable is securely connected. If your printer is wireless, reconnect your device to the network.
- Designate as Default Printer: After navigating to "Devices and Printers" in system settings, right-click your Canon printer and then select "Set as default printer".
- To turn off offline mode: Make sure that the "Use Printer Offline" option is not selected.
- Driver Update/Reinstallation: Old or corrupt drivers are often the main cause of communication issues. For the latest software and drivers compatible with your model, check out ij.start.canon.
- Reset Canon Printer: If all the above-mentioned options do not work, then you might need to reset Canon printer settings. Resetting helps your device rediscover the printer by clearing network configurations and reverting to factory settings.
- Your Canon printer should be back online and ready to print if you follow these simple steps.
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