How to Add Canon PIXMA Printer to Mobile Wirelessly? (Steps Guide)

Canon PIXMA is known for its high-quality performance and compatibility with computers and smartphones. I’m also a Canon printer user, and in this blog, I am going to share the steps to add this printer to a mobile phone. Since I understand how convenient mobile printing can be, I want to help you experience the same ease. As a college student, I often need to print assignments, and mobile printing saves me time. I can even print documents from bed and pick them up later. If you also need to print regularly, mobile connectivity will be a great help. I am going to guide you through the procedure step by step, so read till the end and don’t skip any step.

Step 1: Check Your Printer’s Compatibility

Not all Canon PIXMA Printers Support mobile printing through the Canon app, so it's important to check whether your printer model is compatible. You can find this information in your printer’s manual or simply Google your printer’s model name to check its mobile printing compatibility.

Once you have confirmed that your printer supports mobile printing, you can move on to the next steps.

Step 2: Download the Canon PRINT App

After confirming your printer’s compatibility, you should download the Canon PRINT app on your smartphone. Android as well as iPhone/iPad devices are compatible with this app. This application is built to make printing convenient. Check out the steps below to install this app on your mobile.

• Open the Play Store (for Android) and the App Store (for iOS).

• Search for the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY in the search bar.

• Click the Install or Get button to start installing the app.

After installing the app, you’re ready to add the printer to your mobile device.

Step 3: Connect Canon PIXMA Printer to Wi-Fi

Your Canon printer and mobile device should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. This Wi-Fi connection is essential for printing from your phone. Check the steps to connect the printer wirelessly.

• Plug in your Canon printer and then press the power button to turn it on.

• Also, press and hold the power button on the printer.

• Go to the printer’s control panel and press the Settings button (which has an icon of tools).

• The printer will show Setup Mode and Wi-Fi setup. Press the OK button on the control panel.

• Go ahead and click OK for Manual Connect.

• The printer will then search for the available Wi-Fi network in your home or office.

• Select your network once you see it on the display using the arrow keys, and press OK.

• The screen will ask you to provide the Wi-Fi password. Use the arrow and OK buttons to enter your password.

• Once you have entered the password successfully, press the OK button.

• Press the OK button again when the printer says Connected.

That’s how you can successfully connect your Canon PIXMA printer to Wi-Fi. These are the general steps to set up a wireless connection. Please note that the control panel may vary from printer to printer. Some Canon PIXMA printers have a touch screen while others have a button control panel.

Step 4: Add Canon Printer to Your Mobile

Now let’s move to the final step. Ensure that you connect the mobile device to Wi-Fi through Settings. Both of the devices must be connected to the same wireless network. Now, let’s see the steps to add the printer to your phone.

1. Open the Canon PRINT app that you installed earlier.

2. After that, let the app access your location.

3. Select the Add Printer button on the app, and it will start looking for the available Wi-Fi network.

4. The app will detect the printer on the same Wi-Fi network. Select your printer’s name when it appears in the given list.

5. Finally, the Canon printer will be paired with an Android or iOS smartphone.

These are the steps to pair both devices via a Wi-Fi network. Now, you can take a test print to check if the connection was set up correctly.

Final Words

I hope you liked my detailed blog. Adding a Canon printer to a smartphone is an easy process. I have connected my Canon PIXMA printer several times to a mobile phone, and have also helped my friends and neighbors to do the same. Once you understand the steps, try them with your devices and start printing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

How Do I Add My Canon Printer to an iPhone?

Use the steps below to add your printer to an iPhone:

1. Ensure your Canon printer is turned on.

2. Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app on iPhone via the App Store.

3. Confirm that both of your devices are connected to the same network.

4. Open the app and follow the instructions to add your printer.

5. Once you see your printer model in the list, tap on it.

6. Let the application access your location and photos.

7. Now, you’re ready to print. 

Question

Is a Wi-Fi Connection Necessary to Add Canon Printer to a Phone?

You will need a Wi-Fi connection if your Canon printer supports it. Usually, Canon printers support Wi-Fi connection. Alternatively, if your printer model supports it, you may use a USB cable. However, a Wi-Fi connection is mostly preferred by users due to its convenience. 

Question

Can I Print From My iPhone Without Canon Print App?

Yes, you can print without installing this app if your printer supports Apple AirPrint. If yes, you can quickly print any document directly from the iPhone or iPad using the Share > Print option. So, check if your printer model supports Apple AirPrint.

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