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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver
> Overview of the Printer Driver
Overview of the Printer Driver
Canon IJ Printer Driver
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
Maintenance Tab
Canon IJ Status Monitor
The Canon IJ Preview
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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver> Canon IJ Printer Driver 
Canon IJ Printer Driver 
The Canon IJ printer driver is software that is installed on your computer for printing data on this printer. 
The Canon IJ printer driver converts the print data created by your Windows application into data that your
printer can understand and sends the converted data to the printer. 
Because the format of print data varies depending on the your model, you need to have a Canon IJ
printer driver for the specific model you are using. 
How to Use Help 
You can display the Help describing the driver setting items through the Printing Preferences screen of
the Canon IJ printer driver. 
To view all descriptions of a tab... 
Click the Help button on each tab. 
A description for each item on the tab appears. 
You can also display a description for a dialog box by clicking the link that appears on the
corresponding tab. 
To see a description for each item... 
Right-click the item you want to learn about and then click the Help button. 
Alternatively, click  [Help] button at the right end of the title bar and then click the item you want
to learn about. 
A description of the item is displayed. 
Related Topic 
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver> Canon IJ Printer Driver > How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window 
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window 
The printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Start
menu of the Windows. 
Note 
This guide mainly describes operations on the Windows Vista. Operations may differ depending on
versions of the Windows. 
Open the Printer Driver Setup Window through the Application Software 
Follow the procedure below to configure print settings when printing. 
1.Select the command you perform printing on the application software in use 
In general, select Print on the File menu to open the Print dialog box. 
2.Select your model name and click Preferences (or Properties) 
The printer driver setup window appears. 
Note 
Depending on application software you use, command names or menu names may vary and
there may be more steps. For details, refer to the users manual of your application software. 
Open the Printer Driver Setup Window through the Start Menu 
Follow the procedure below to perform maintenance operations such as print head cleaning, or to
configure print settings that are common for all application software. 
1.Select items from the Start menu as shown below: 
In Windows Vista, select the Start menu -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Printers. 
In Windows XP, select the Start menu -> Control Panel -> Printers and Other Hardware ->
Printers and Faxes. 
In Windows 2000, select the Start menu -> Settings -> Printers. 
2.Right-click your model name icon, and then select Printing Preferences from the
displayed menu. 
The printer driver setup window appears. 
Important 
Opening the printer driver setup window through Properties displays such tabs regarding the
Windows functions as the Ports (or Advanced) tab. Those tabs do not appear when opening
through Printing Preferences or application software. About tabs regarding Windows functions,
refer to the users manual for the Windows. 
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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver> Canon IJ Printer Driver > Maintenance Tab 
Maintenance Tab 
The Maintenance tab allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. 
Features 
Cleaning the Print Heads
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers
Aligning the Print Head Position
Checking the Print Head Nozzles
Cleaning Inside the Printer
Setting the Ink Cartridge
Managing the Printer Power
Related features 
Reducing the Printer Noise/Quiet Mode
Changing the Printer Operation Mode
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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver> Canon IJ Status Monitor 
Canon IJ Status Monitor 
The Canon IJ Status Monitor is an application software that shows the status of the printer and the
progress of printing on the Windows screen. You will know the status of the printer with graphics, icons,
and messages. 
Launching the Canon IJ Status Monitor 
The Canon IJ Status Monitor launches automatically when data is sent to the printer. When launched, the
Canon IJ Status Monitor appears as a button on the Task Bar. 
Click the Status Monitor button displayed on the Task Bar. The Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. 
Note 
To open the Canon IJ Status Monitor when the printer is not printing, open the printer driver setup
window and click View Printer Status... on the Maintenance tab. 
When Errors Occur 
The Canon IJ Status Monitor is automatically displayed when an error occurs (e.g., if the printer runs out
of paper or if the ink is low). 
In such cases, take the appropriate action as described. 
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							Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver
> The Canon IJ Preview 
The Canon IJ Preview 
The Canon IJ Preview is an application software that displays what the print result will look like before a
document is actually printed. 
The preview reflects the information that is set within the printer driver and allows you to check the
document layout, print sequence, and number of pages. You can also change the media type settings. 
If you want to display a preview before printing, open the printer driver setup window, click the Main tab,
and check the Preview before printing check box. 
If you do not want to display a preview before printing, uncheck the check box. 
Related Topic 
Displaying the Print Results before Printing
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							Advanced Guide > Maintenance
Maintenance
Cleaning Your Printer
Performing Maintenance from a Computer
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							Advanced Guide > Maintenance
 > Cleaning Your Printer
Cleaning Your Printer
Cleaning
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer
Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer
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							Advanced Guide > Maintenance > Cleaning Your Printer > Cleaning
Cleaning
This section describes the cleaning procedure that is needed to maintain your printer.
caution
Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as
not to scratch the surface. Paper tissue powder or fine threads may remain inside the printer and
cause problems such as Print Head blockage and poor printing results. Be sure to use a soft cloth.
Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to
clean the printer, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the printers surface.
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer
Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer
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							Advanced Guide > Maintenance > Cleaning Your Printer > Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer
Be sure to use a soft cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently.
Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.
caution
Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the printer.
Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials, as this may
scratch the surface.
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