When you visit Canon’s support site for the LBP211 or LBP212, you will typically find four main driver types. Choosing the wrong one can lead to missing features or poor performance.
| Driver Type | Best For | Key Characteristics | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | UFR II Driver | General office use (Windows/macOS) | Fastest for mixed text/graphics. Default recommendation. Supports all printer features. | | PCL6 Driver | Legacy applications or specialized software | Better compatibility with old accounting or ERP systems. Larger file sizes. | | PostScript (PS3) Driver | Graphic design, PDF-heavy workflows | Essential for accurate color/curve reproduction (even for grayscale). Slower but precise. | | XPS Driver | Windows 8/10/11 modern apps | Required for high-fidelity gradients from modern Windows print systems. | canon lbp 211 212 driver
Recommendation for 95% of users: Download the UFR II driver. When you visit Canon’s support site for the
Troubleshooting tip: If Windows fails to find the printer, install driver first then connect USB when prompted. Complete installation and print a test page
Fix: Reset the printing system: System Settings > Printers & Scanners → Right-click (or Ctrl-click) in the printer list → Reset printing system → Then re-add the printer.