The fastest way to connect your Canon TS3722 to WiFi

The Canon TS3722 connects to WiFi through the printer's built-in setup menu, and the whole process takes about five minutes. You will need your WiFi network name (SSID) and password. The printer has a small LCD screen on the front where you navigate to the WiFi settings, select your network, enter your password, and confirm the connection. Once connected, your computer or phone can send print jobs to the printer wirelessly without a USB cable.

The TS3722 also supports Canon's PIXMA Cloud Link service, which lets you print from anywhere using the Canon PRINT app, but that is optional and comes after the basic WiFi setup is complete.

Key Takeaways

  • Use the printer's LCD menu to find WiFi settings, select your network name, and enter your password — no computer needed for this step.
  • After the printer connects to WiFi, install Canon PRINT on your computer or phone to send documents wirelessly.
  • If the printer cannot find your network, move it closer to your router or check that your router is broadcasting the network name publicly.
  • The TS3722 remembers your WiFi password after the first connection, so you will not need to re-enter it unless you reset the printer.

How to access the WiFi menu on the printer itself

On the front of the TS3722, you will see a small LCD screen and several buttons below it. Press the button with a WiFi symbol (it looks like curved lines radiating outward) or look for a button labeled "Menu" or "Settings." The exact button depends on your printer model year, but Canon's documentation calls it the "WiFi button." Holding it for about three seconds will bring up the WiFi menu on the screen.

If you cannot find a dedicated WiFi button, press the Menu button, then use the arrow keys to navigate to "WiFi Settings" or "Network Settings." The screen will show you options like "WiFi Setup," "View Network Status," or "Change WiFi Settings." Select "WiFi Setup" to begin scanning for available networks.

Selecting your network and entering your password

Once you are in WiFi Setup, the printer will scan for networks within range and display a list on the LCD screen. Find your network name (SSID) in the list and select it using the arrow buttons, then press OK. The printer will then prompt you to enter your WiFi password.

Use the arrow buttons to navigate through letters, numbers, and symbols on the screen. This is slow — similar to typing on an old phone keypad — but necessary. Enter your password exactly as it appears, including capital letters and special characters. WiFi passwords are case-sensitive, so "MyPassword" is different from "mypassword." Once you have typed the full password, select "OK" or "Connect" to submit it.

The printer will attempt to connect. If successful, the screen will display a confirmation message and show your IP address. If the connection fails, the printer will show an error code. The most common ones are "Cannot connect to network" (wrong password or network out of range) and "Network not found" (your router is not broadcasting the network name).

What to do if your printer cannot find your network

If your network does not appear in the list, first check that your router is actually on and broadcasting. Some routers have a setting to hide the network name — if yours is hidden, you will need to manually enter the network name instead of selecting it from the list. Look for an option on the printer menu called "Manual Entry" or "Other Network," then type your network name and password by hand.

If your network is visible but the printer cannot connect, move the printer closer to the router. The TS3722 has a built-in WiFi antenna, but walls, metal objects, and distance weaken the signal. Try placing the printer within 10 feet of the router temporarily to test the connection. Once connected, you can move it back to your preferred location — the printer will remember the network.

If you see an error about an incorrect password, double-check that you typed it correctly. Passwords are case-sensitive and spaces count. If you are unsure of your password, you can view it on your router's settings page (usually accessed through a web browser on your computer) or reset your router to factory defaults and create a new password.

Installing Canon PRINT to send documents wirelessly

After the printer is connected to WiFi, you need to install the Canon PRINT app on your computer or phone so you can actually send print jobs. Go to the Canon website (canon.com) and search for "PIXMA TS3722 drivers and software." read the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app — this is free and works on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android.

Install the app on your device. When you open it for the first time, it will search your network for Canon printers. The TS3722 should appear in the list if it is connected to the same WiFi network as your computer or phone. Select the printer and follow any prompts to complete the setup. You will not need to enter your WiFi password again — the app communicates with the printer over the network you already set up.

Once the app recognizes the printer, you can print from any program on your device. In most applications, go to File > Print, select the Canon TS3722 from the printer list, and send your document. The printer will receive the job wirelessly.

Checking your connection and troubleshooting common problems

To verify that your printer is still connected to WiFi, press the WiFi button on the printer again and look for a message like "Connected" or "Network OK." You can also check the printer's IP address, which tells you it has a valid connection. If the screen shows "Not Connected" or "No Network," the printer has lost its connection and you will need to re-enter your WiFi password.

If the printer was connected but suddenly stopped working, restart both the printer and your router. Turn off the printer, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on. Do the same with your router. This fixes most temporary connection problems. If the printer still cannot connect after a restart, check that your router has not changed its network name or password — if it has, you will need to update the printer's settings using the WiFi menu again.

If your computer or phone cannot find the printer in the Canon PRINT app even though the printer shows it is connected to WiFi, make sure both devices are on the same network. Some routers have separate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands — the TS3722 works on both, but your phone or computer might be connected to a different band. Check your router settings or try connecting your device to the same band the printer is using.

Resetting WiFi settings if you need to start over

If you want to clear the printer's WiFi settings and connect to a different network, or if the connection is corrupted and will not repair, you can reset the WiFi settings without resetting the entire printer. Go to the Menu, find "WiFi Settings" or "Network Settings," and look for an option called "Reset Network Settings" or "Clear WiFi." Select it and confirm. The printer will forget your current network and password.

After the reset, follow the steps above to set up WiFi again as if it were the first time. A full factory reset (which erases all settings including WiFi, print quality preferences, and ink levels) is rarely necessary and should only be done if the printer is malfunctioning in other ways.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use a USB cable to set up WiFi on the TS3722?

No. The WiFi setup happens entirely on the printer's LCD screen using the buttons on the front. You do not need a computer or cable connected during this step. The USB cable is only useful if you want to print while the printer is not on WiFi, or if you prefer a wired connection for some reason.

Can I print to the TS3722 from my phone without the Canon PRINT app?

The Canon PRINT app is the easiest method, but the TS3722 also supports Apple AirPrint (on iPhone and iPad) and Google Cloud Print (on Android, though Google has phased this out). If your phone is on the same WiFi network as the printer, you can often print directly from your phone's native print menu without installing Canon PRINT. Try printing a test page and see if the TS3722 appears in your phone's printer list.

What if I forgot my WiFi password?

You can view your WiFi password on your router's settings page. Open a web browser on your computer, type your router's IP address (usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) into the address bar, and log in with your router's admin username and password. Look for a section called "WiFi Settings," "Wireless," or "Network" to find your password. If you do not know the router's admin password, you can reset the router to factory defaults by holding the reset button for 10 seconds, but this will erase all your settings.

Why does the printer keep disconnecting from WiFi?

The most common cause is distance or interference. Move the printer closer to the router and away from microwaves, cordless phones, or metal objects that can block the signal. If the printer is far from the router, consider moving the router or using a WiFi extender. Also check that your router's firmware is up to date — outdated firmware sometimes causes connection drops with certain printers.

Can I connect the TS3722 to a 5 GHz WiFi network?

Yes, the TS3722 supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks. If your router broadcasts both bands, the printer will usually connect to whichever one is available. If you have trouble connecting to 5 GHz specifically, try connecting to the 2.4 GHz band instead — it has longer range and is more stable for printers, even though it is slightly slower.