[+1-888-272-8868] Is My Canon Printer Not Printing: Easy Fixes

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Is your Canon printer not printing (Call USA/CA: +1-888-272-8868) even though it appears to be on and connected? Whether you’re dealing with a silent printer, blank pages, or stalled print jobs, this issue can be frustrating—especially when you're on a deadline. Fortunately, most Canon printer printing issues are easy to diagnose and fix at home.


Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you understand why your Canon printer may not be printing and what you can do to resolve it.

1. Check the Basics First​

Start with the simplest checks:

• Power and Connections: Ensure the printer is powered on and all cables (USB or power) are securely plugged in.
• Paper and Ink Levels: Make sure there's paper loaded in the tray and that the ink or toner cartridges are not empty.
• Error Lights or Messages: Look at the printer display or blinking lights for error codes or messages.

2. Check the Print Queue​

Sometimes print jobs get stuck in the queue, preventing anything from printing:

• On Windows:
  • Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers
  • Right-click your Canon printer and select See what’s printing
  • If there are documents stuck, right-click and select Cancel
• On Mac:
  • Open System Preferences > Printers & Scanners
  • Select your printer and click Open Print Queue
  • Cancel or delete any stalled jobs

Then try printing again.

3. Set Canon as the Default Printer​

If the wrong printer is selected, your documents might not go anywhere.

• On Windows: Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners and set your Canon printer as the default.
• On Mac: Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners and choose your Canon printer as the default.

4. Check Wireless or USB Connection​

If you’re using a wireless Canon printer, make sure it’s connected to the correct Wi-Fi network:

• Print a Network Configuration Page from the printer settings to confirm connectivity.
• If needed, reconnect to Wi-Fi using the printer’s onboard menu.

For USB connections, try

• Using a different USB cable
• Switching to another USB port
• Restarting both your printer and computer

5. Update or Reinstall the Printer Driver​

Outdated or corrupted drivers can prevent your Canon printer from functioning properly

• Visit the official Canon Support website
• Search for your printer model
• Download and install the latest driver for your operating system

You may also want to uninstall the current printer driver before reinstalling the new one.

6. Clean Print Heads​

If your printer is running but producing blank pages, your print heads may be clogged:

• Use the Canon Maintenance Tool from the printer settings or Canon software on your computer to run a Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning.
• Follow on-screen instructions and print a test page afterward.

7. Still Not Working? Contact Support​

If none of these steps work, contact Canon’s Printer Helpline:

1-888-272-8868 (1-OK-CANON)

Final Thoughts​

A Canon printer that isn’t printing can often be fixed with a few simple steps. From checking connections to reinstalling drivers, most issues are solvable without needing technical support. With a little troubleshooting, you’ll be printing again in no time.