HOW TO CHANGE CANON PRINTER FROM OFFLINE TO ONLINE

Aug 18, 2023 - 17:05

Check Connection: Ensure your printer is properly connected to your computer or network.
Restart Devices: Restart both your printer and computer to refresh the connection.
Printer Settings: Go to your computer's "Devices and Printers" settings, find your Canon printer, and right-click to select "See what's printing." If it shows an offline status, click "Printer" in the top menu and uncheck the "Use Printer Offline" option.
Cancel Print Jobs: Clear any pending print jobs in the queue that might be causing the offline status.
Network Troubleshooting: If using a network printer, ensure your Wi-Fi connection is stable and the printer is connected to the correct network.
Printer Software: Update your Canon printer's drivers and software to ensure compatibility and proper functionality.
Restart Print Spooler: Open the Run dialog (Windows + R), type "services.msc," find "Print Spooler," right-click and restart it.
Test Print: Try printing a test page to confirm if the printer is online and functioning.

By following these steps, you can easily switch your Canon printer from offline to online status and resume printing tasks.