How to Install Canon Easy-WebPrint EX — Step-by-Step Guide

How to Install Canon Easy-WebPrint EX — Step-by-Step GuideCanon Easy-WebPrint EX is a browser add-on and utility designed to simplify web page printing: it lets you select only the parts of a page you want, scale content to fit paper, and combine multiple pages into one print job. This guide walks you through installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Easy-WebPrint EX so you can print web content cleanly and efficiently.

Before you begin — requirements and compatibility

• Operating system: Windows 7, Windows ⁄₈.1, Windows 10 (32‑bit and 64‑bit) — check Canon’s support page for any updates.
• Browser compatibility: Historically supported Internet Explorer and older versions of Microsoft Edge (pre‑Chromium). Recent versions of Chrome, Firefox, and Chromium‑based Edge do not support the legacy add‑on architecture; functionality may be limited or unavailable.
• Printer: Any Canon printer with Windows driver support; for best results install the latest Canon driver for your model.
• Administrator access: Required to install software and printer drivers on most Windows PCs.
• Internet connection: Needed to download the installer.

Step 1 — Download the correct installer

1. Open your browser and go to Canon’s official support website for your printer model or search for “Canon Easy‑WebPrint EX download.”
2. Select your printer model and your version of Windows.
3. Download the Easy‑WebPrint EX installer (look for a file name like EasyWebPrint_EX_xx.exe). If Canon provides both a printer driver package containing Easy‑WebPrint EX and a standalone utility, choose according to your needs — the bundled package ensures compatibility with your printer driver.

Step 2 — Prepare your system

1. Close any open browsers.
2. If you have an older version of Easy‑WebPrint EX installed, uninstall it first:
   • Windows Settings → Apps (or Control Panel → Programs and Features) → Select Canon Easy‑WebPrint EX → Uninstall.
3. Restart your computer if prompted.

Step 3 — Run the installer

1. Locate the downloaded installer (usually in Downloads).
2. Right‑click the installer and choose “Run as administrator.”
3. Follow the on‑screen prompts:
   • Accept the license agreement.
   • Choose the installation folder (default is typically fine).
   • If prompted to install bundled Canon drivers or software, proceed if you want the full feature set.
4. Wait for the installation to finish, then click Finish or Restart if prompted.

Step 4 — Enable the add‑on in your browser (if applicable)

Note: Modern browsers may not support the legacy add‑on architecture used by Easy‑WebPrint EX. If you use Internet Explorer or an older Edge version:

• Internet Explorer:
  1. Open IE → Tools (gear icon) → Manage add‑ons.
  2. Under “Toolbars and Extensions,” find “Canon Easy‑WebPrint EX” and click Enable.
• Legacy Microsoft Edge: follow the browser prompts for extensions.
  If your browser is not compatible, see the Alternatives section below.

Step 5 — Using Easy‑WebPrint EX to print

1. Open your browser and navigate to the web page you want to print.
2. Click the Easy‑WebPrint EX button (it may appear in the toolbar or under the browser’s extensions menu).
3. Use the selection tools:
   • Drag to select a region of the page to print.
   • Use “Insert” or “Add” to queue multiple selections or pages into one print job.
4. Adjust layout and scaling options:
   • Fit to paper, remove headers/footers, change margins, or select multiple pages per sheet.
5. Click Print and choose your Canon printer. Confirm print settings and send the job.

Troubleshooting

• Printer or add‑on not appearing: confirm the Canon printer driver is installed and set as a printer; reinstall Easy‑WebPrint EX with administrator rights.
• Buttons or toolbar missing in browser: make sure the add‑on is enabled and the browser is a supported version (Internet Explorer or pre‑Chromium Edge).
• Installation blocked by Windows SmartScreen or antivirus: approve the installer if downloaded from Canon’s official site.
• Add‑on unsupported in modern browsers: see Alternatives below.

Alternatives if your browser is unsupported

• Use the browser’s built‑in Print preview (Ctrl+P) and adjust “Selection” or “More settings” to remove headers/footers.
• Use a modern web clipper or print extension (Print Friendly & PDF, Mercury Reader) available for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.
• Save the page as PDF and use a PDF editor to crop or combine pages before printing.

Security and maintenance tips

• Only download Easy‑WebPrint EX from Canon’s official support site.
• Keep your printer drivers and Windows updated.
• If you rely on Easy‑WebPrint EX but upgrade to a browser that no longer supports it, plan a migration path to an alternative tool.

If you want, I can:

• Provide direct step screenshots for a specific Windows version,
• Suggest current Chrome/Firefox extensions that replicate Easy‑WebPrint EX features, or
• Help you install it remotely by guiding you through any error messages.