The Canon IJ Scan Utility is a software application that allows you to scan documents and photos using your Canon printer or scanner. The utility provides a range of features, including:

  • Scanning documents and photos in various formats.
  • Adjusting scan settings, such as resolution and brightness.
  • Saving scanned images to your computer.
  • Sending scanned images via email.


Download And Run The Canon IJ Scan Utility For Windows

  1. Open your web browser and go to the official Canon support website: canon.com/ijsetup.
  2. In the search bar, enter your Canon printer or scanner model and select it from the list of available products.
  3. Once you’re on the product support page, navigate to the Drivers & Downloads section.
  4. Choose your operating system (Windows) from the dropdown menu.
  5. Scroll down to find the IJ Scan Utility under the Drivers & Utilities section.
  6. Click the Download button to save the utility installer file to your computer.
  7. Locate the downloaded installer file (usually found in your Downloads folder) and double-click it to start the installation process.
  8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
  9. Once the installation is complete, you can access the IJ Scan Utility from the Start menu or by searching for it on your computer.
  10. Ensure your Canon printer or scanner is turned on and connected to your computer via USB cable or Wi-Fi.
  11. Open the Canon IJ Scan Utility application on your computer.
  12. The utility will automatically detect your connected Canon printer or scanner.
  13. You can now select your preferred scan settings, such as resolution, color mode, and file format.
  14. Place the document or photo you want to scan on the platen glass or in the automatic feeder of your Canon printer or scanner.
  15. In the IJ Scan Utility, click the Document, Photo, or Custom button, depending on your scanning needs.
  16. The scanned document or photo will be saved to the specified folder on your computer.