Advanced Guide > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Overview of the Printer Driver> Canon IJ Status MonitorCanon IJ Status MonitorIf you are using the XPS printer driver, replace "Canon IJ Status Monitor" with "Canon IJ XPS StatusMonitor" when reading this information.The Canon IJ Status Monitor is an application software that shows the status of the printer and theprogress of printing on the Windows screen. You will know the status of the printer with graphics, icons,and messages.Launching the Canon IJ Status MonitorThe Canon IJ Status Monitor launches automatically when data is sent to the printer. When launched, theCanon IJ Status Monitor appears as a button on the task bar.Click the status monitor button displayed on the task bar. The Canon IJ Status Monitor appears.NoteTo open the Canon IJ Status Monitor when the printer is not printing, open the printer driver setupwindow and click View Printer Status... on the Maintenance tab.When Errors OccurThe Canon IJ Status Monitor is automatically displayed if an error occurs (e.g., if the printer runs out ofpaper or if the ink is low).In such cases, take the appropriate action as described.Page topPage 345 of 973 pagesCanon IJ Status Monitor