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Canon Wireless Printer Bluetooth Connection Setup

Wireless printers work great, especially for a busy life—all thanks to the wide variety of useful features of the printer that makes it a perfect fit. The feature enables printing from anywhere and across any device with the help of a wireless connection. Those with Canon wireless printers can connect easily with the help of a Bluetooth connection. 

Canon is a trusted name in the printing industry. The printer from this brand delivers high-quality results while allowing users to connect the device to Bluetooth. Not only it makes the printing procedure easy, but the connection too. Let's learn how to set up the printer and enable a Bluetooth connection for a smooth printing journey. 

Steps to Connect the Canon Printer to Bluetooth 

Here are some useful steps you can execute for a proper setup of Canon printers. The best thing is that it will take a little time and effort. 

1. Start the connection process by first moving to your printer. 
2. Turn your printer on and see if there are no visible errors. 
   
3. Now, open the Canon printer app and hit no button if a prompt asks to search for available printers. 
4. Next, click on the screen and hit on the button saying more. 
5. Now, select the option that is labelled as Bluetooth setup. 
6. After that, tap on the Next button. 
7. Tap on OK when the screen dialogue box asks you to pair your device with the printer. 
8. When your printer appears on the list of all available connections, tap on it. 
9. Once you see your printer's listing, hit the Next button. 
10. You will then see a PIN on your printer's screen. 
11. Click OK and then type the PIN. 
12. Now, press the Back button on the devices you are using. 
13. When your printer connects to the device, tap on the OK button. 

Perform the above steps, and your printer will be connected to Bluetooth. Further, you must connect your printer to the device you want to use. These instructions easily guide you to establish a proper connection. However, if some issue arises, seek free consultation from a proficient printer professional. Visit our Support page and attach it with experts. 

Canon Wireless Printer Setup on Windows via Bluetooth Adapter 

You must first meet the requirement when you connect the Canon wireless printer and Windows computer. First, ensure you have installed the Bluetooth module or attached the optional Bluetooth adapter. Only then jump into the next process.

Some of the steps printer users can go through for a proper connection setup are as follows: 

1. First, turn on your Canon printer. 
2. Next, confirm that the Bluetooth unit is attached to the printer.
   
3. Now, install the MP drivers for your Canon printer. 
4. In the next step, you can see the Bluetooth Settings screen on the LCD. 
   
5. Click on - select device name here. 
   
6. Press OK after you have checked the device name. 
7. At last, register your printer as a new device.  
   

All of the above steps are effortless to execute. Follow them cautiously to connect your printer to Windows and start printing. 

Canon Wireless Printer Setup on Mac Using Bluetooth 

When you have a Mac with installed Bluetooth or a USB Bluetooth adapter, you can connect to the printer easily. However, if it doesn't work, try the steps below. 

1. Initiate by updating the software first. 
2. Check for updates on your Mac computer and install them.
3. The Canon printer doesn't support AirPrint, and thus, you will need to update the firmware. 
4. Go to Canon, download the library, and discover Firmware Updater. 
5. Follow all the steps to update it. 
6. Next, turn the printer on. 
7. And then, select the Apple menu. 
8. Choose the option - System Preferences. 
   
9. Now, click on Printers and Scanners and select - Add option.
   
10. Select the Default button, then. 
11. Click on your printer in the available list. 
12. At last, tap on the Add option. 

It is quite a straightforward process to add a Canon wireless printer to Bluetooth. You may need clarification on the steps of the process. In this situation, feel free to contact a certified printer expert. You can go to our Support page and ask for a free consultation.