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Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer

You can check the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types for your model.

  1. Open the printer driver setup window

  2. Launching the Canon IJ Status Monitor

    On the Maintenance tab, click View Printer Status.
    The Canon IJ Status Monitor opens and displays an image of the ink status.

    figure:Canon IJ Status Monitor

    Note

    • The information displayed on the Canon IJ Status Monitor may differ depending on the country or region where you are using your printer.
    • When you receive a notice about the remaining ink level, a mark appears above the ink icon.
      For example: Exclamation mark
      The ink is running low. Prepare a new ink cartridge.
      The resulting print quality may not be satisfactory, if printing is continued under this condition.

  3. If necessary, click Ink Details

    You can check the ink-related information.

    If a warning or error related to the remaining ink amount occurs, a notification icon is displayed at the top of the image in the Ink Details dialog box.
    In such cases, take the appropriate action as described on the screen.

    Note

    • You can also display the Ink Details dialog box by selecting the ink icon on the Canon IJ Status Monitor.