# ij.start.canon - Canon IJ Setup download
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Canon IJ Setup is the official portal to download required printer drivers, software or any scanning tool compatible with your Canon Printer Model. Get help for setting up your Canon Printer at **[ij.start.canon](https://hackmd.io/@ijstartcan0nsetup/ijstartcanonsetup)** along with troubleshoot tips to resolve issues you might face while installing Canon printer setup. It offers convenience for hassle-free setup done.
## Prerequisites for Canon IJ Setup Download
Before you go for printing
* Be ready with your Canon Printer Model.
* Plug in your Cable into the Power socket.
* Install Canon printer driver for specific Canon Printer Model.
* USB Cable for wired connection.
* WiFi Password to connect to common WiFi Network.
* Updated Printing Apps for test print.
1.Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app ( iOS and Android)
2. Apple AirPrint (iOS devices)
3. Google Cloud Print ( Android devices)
## How do I setup my Canon printer for the first time?
You can begin setting up Canon Printer on your device via ij.start.canon. Just install Printer driver software, see here how to do it -
### On Windows
* Head on to **ij.start.canon** website via web browser.
* Now, hit the ‘Setup’ button.
* Enter your Printer Model No. on the screen.
* Thereafter, download printer software by simply clicking on the “Download” button.
* Now, get the downloaded file and double-click for installation.
* Choose any of the option - Connect Wirelessly or Connect with USB.
* As installation finishes go ahead to run Printing test for Page Setup.
## On Mac
* Search “**[ij.start.canon](https://hackmd.io/@ijstartcan0nsetup/ijstartcanonsetup)**” on browser search bar.
* Now, click on the ”Setup” button.
* Then type the Printer Model and hit the ‘Go’ button.
* Continue with ‘Start’ button & go ahead with on-screen instructions.
* Hit the 'Download’ button to download '.dmg' file.
* Launch the downloaded file. Now “User Account Control” pop-up appears.
* Tap on the ‘Yes’ button on User Control Panel.
* Click on the “Start Setup” button.
* Proceed with the installation prompts on your screen.
## How to connect iphone to canon printer wirelessly?
Connect your iPhone to Canon Printer wirelessly, just go as guided here-
* Navigate to ij.start.canon portal.
* Now, on the official portal put in your Printer Model name.
* Hit the 'Go' button and continue with on-screen instructions. Download required Printer driver software.
* Therafter, connect your iPhone to the same WiFi network.
* Install Canon AirPrint app & complete on-screen instructions to connect with Canon Printer.
* Start Printing images or required documents from your iPhone.