How to Print when printer is NOT AirPrint capable

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How to Print when printer is NOT AirPrint capable

I have an iPad 2 and would like to print. My computer is a Canon PIXMA MX870. It is wireless but not AirPrint capable, as far as I can tell.

I have downloaded the Printer Pro app and tried to find my printer. Both my desktop computer (iMac) and printer are wireless. My wifi signal is strong.

Since I could not find my printer in the app window, I tried to download the app helper, but when I did, the iPad displayed the error "Safari cannot download this app." The same message occurred when I tried with Google Chrome.

Next, I tried the classic print approach - with the IP of my printer. I figured if I cannot print everywhere, maybe I could settle for home. I put in the IP address,

and the app did not recognize my printer. Nothing happened. No test page printed.

I don't know what to do. Is there an app that is recommended specifically for these issues (wireless but no AirPrint)? If not, what affordable printers are out

that can scan and copy and AirPrint, and which might you suggest?

I prefer keeping what I have .... but just in case ... Thanks!

Posted on Aug 2, 2014 4:38 PM

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Answer 1

Phil0124

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Aug 2, 2014 6:53 PM in response to dramaticspecial

Canon offers several Apps for their non AirPrint compatible printers. This one specifically says it supports your model of Printer:

https://itunes.apple.com/app/canon-easy-photoprint/id331269951?mt=8

Alternatively, you may be able to install a piece of software onm your computer that wil allow you to print to your printer.

For Mac Printopia is recommended often.

http://www.ecamm.com/mac/printopia/

For PC there are less solutions, but you can still find some tutorials on how to make it work though they aren't as straight forward as Printopia.

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Answer 2

Aug 2, 2014 5:31 PM in response to dramaticspecial

I'm sorry but you will not be able to print directly from the iPad although if you have an airport express or airport extreme newer editions there should be a usb plug in the back plug the pinters usb lead into that and try using the airport utility to get everything up and running

hope this helps, Sean

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Answer 3

Skydiver119

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53,501 points

Aug 2, 2014 7:01 PM in response to dramaticspecial

Print N Share might work. haven't tried it with a canon printer though.

To print from an iPad to a wireless rpinter, you need a third party printing app or some sort. Either from the manufacturer or from the app store.

if you're trying to print from your laptop to a wireless printer your printer should have software to install on the computer to allow printing.

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Answer 4

Aug 2, 2014 5:34 PM in response to dramaticspecial

also i have a canon pixma MG3200 series with AirPrint this printer in ireland is under a hundred euro if your in the us try googling it to try and find it in your nearest store

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