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 WindowHow to Open the Printer Driver Setup WindowThe printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Startmenu of the Windows.NoteThis guide mainly describes operations on the Windows Vista. Operations may differ depending onversions of the Windows.Open the Printer Driver Setup Window through the Application SoftwareFollow the procedure below to configure print settings when printing.1. Select the command you perform printing on the application software in useIn 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.NoteDepending on application software you use, command names or menu names may vary andthere may be more steps. For details, refer to the user's manual of your application software.Open the Printer Driver Setup Window through the Start MenuFollow the procedure below to perform maintenance operations such as print head cleaning, or toconfigure 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 thedisplayed menu.The printer driver setup window appears.ImportantOpening the printer driver setup window through Properties displays such tabs regarding theWindows functions as the Ports (or Advanced) tab. Those tabs do not appear when openingthrough Printing Preferences or application software. About tabs regarding Windows functions,refer to the user's manual for the Windows.Page topPage 278 of 623 pagesHow to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
