canon mg5300 driver - Canon PIXMA MG5300 Series Driver

Looking for a safe, working canon mg5300 driver for Windows? You’re in the right place. This page helps you quickly identify the correct package for your printer, with clear steps for installation and fixes for common issues.

We list supported systems, file details, and multiple install methods so you can get your printer working again without hassle.

Download details

• Driver model name: Canon PIXMA MG5300 Series Driver
• Device type: Printers
• Supported OS: Windows XP, Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11

Date added: 2025-11-22

Tip: Use the correct installer for your Windows edition to ensure the canon mg5300 driver sets up successfully.

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How to install

Troubleshooting the canon mg5300 driver

• Driver won’t install - Run the installer as administrator and temporarily disable third‑party antivirus. Ensure you downloaded the package for Windows XP, Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11.
• Device not detected - Try a different USB port/cable, power‑cycle the printer, and avoid USB hubs. For Wi‑Fi, connect the printer to the same network and retry.
• Wrong driver selected - Uninstall from Apps & Features or Device Manager, reboot, then reinstall the correct Printers driver.
• Print spooler errors - Press Win+R → services.msc → restart Print Spooler. Clear C:WindowsSystem32spoolPRINTERS if jobs are stuck.
• Signature/compatibility prompts - Use the INF method via Device Manager or install the latest Windows updates, then retry.
• Still failing - Create a new Windows admin user and test there to rule out profile issues.

FAQ

Which Windows versions work with this package?
The canon mg5300 driver supports Windows XP, Windows Vista 32-Bit, Windows 7 32-Bit, Windows 8 32-Bit, Windows 10 32-Bit, Windows 11.

Do I need both printer and scanner drivers?
Many packages include both. If scanning fails in Windows Fax and Scan, install the full suite or add the WIA/TWAIN component using the INF method.

How do I verify the driver installed correctly?
Open Devices and Printers → right‑click your printer → Printer properties → Print Test Page. If it prints, the canon mg5300 driver is correctly installed.

Can I install without the USB cable?
Yes - complete the driver install, then add a printer via Wi‑Fi using the printer’s control panel or Windows Add a printer wizard.

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