Canon Printer Keeps Going Offline? Try These Solutions for Windows

If your Canon printer keeps going offline ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️ on your Windows PC, you’re not alone. This is a common problem many users face—especially with wireless printers. When a printer is offline, Windows can’t communicate with it, and you won’t be able to print documents. Fortunately, there are several proven ways to fix this issue and keep your Canon printer online ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️ permanently.

Why Does My Canon Printer Keep Going Offline?

Several reasons can cause your Canon printer to show as offline  ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️ in Windows:

• Poor WiFi signal or disconnection

• Printer settings set to “Use Printer Offline”

• Print spooler service errors

• Outdated or incompatible drivers

• Power-saving or sleep mode enabled on the printer

• IP address change or network misconfiguration

Let’s go over the solutions step-by-step.

✅ Solution 1: Uncheck “Use Printer Offline”

1. Open the Control Panel on your PC.

2. Click on Devices and Printers.

3. Right-click your Canon printer and select See what’s printing.

4. Click on Printer in the top menu.

5. Make sure “Use Printer Offline” is unchecked.

If it’s checked, click it to uncheck. This alone often resolves the issue.

✅ Solution 2: Restart the Printer Spooler Service

1. Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.

2. Locate Print Spooler from the list.

3. Right-click it and select Restart.

4. Try printing again.

This clears any jammed print jobs or service errors that may cause offline status.

✅ Solution 3: Set Your Canon Printer as Default

1. Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners.

2. Select your Canon printer and click Manage.

3. Click Set as default.

Windows sometimes sends jobs to a different printer if your Canon is not set as the default.

✅ Solution 4: Update or Reinstall Canon Printer Drivers

Outdated or corrupt canon drivers ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️ can prevent Windows from recognizing your printer correctly.

1. Visit the canon.

2. Enter your printer model and download the latest Windows drivers.

3. Install the driver and restart your computer.

Alternatively, you can uninstall the printer completely and reinstall it fresh.

✅ Solution 5: Check Network Connection

If you’re using a WiFi-connected printer ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️, ensure:

• The printer is connected to the correct WiFi network.

• Your PC is on the same network.

• There are no IP address conflicts (restart your router and printer).

You may also try setting a static IP address for the printer via its settings panel or web interface.

Final Thoughts

A Canon printer going offline on Windows ☎↪️1→(８01→878→6858 ↩️ is often a software or connection issue—and easily fixable with the right steps. Start with the simplest solutions like unchecking “Use Printer Offline” or restarting the print spooler. If the problem persists, reinstalling drivers and checking network settings usually does the trick.