How to Install Canon ScanGear MP on Linux Mint 20

Installing

2. 2. Downloading ScanGear MP

   How to Download the Right Canon ScanGear MP for Linux Mint

   Canon ScanGear .deb Driver

   Get Canon ScanGear Scanner GNU/Linux Driver

   Search for “linux [myCanonModRounded]”
   You need to round down the scanner model number as shown below. For example, for ‘mx472,’ search for “linux mx470,” and for ‘MG2240,’ search for “linux MG2200.”

3. 3. Installing ScanGear MP

   Installing Canon ScanGear MP Scanner Driver involves executing the following commands:

   cd /tmp/scangear*

   sudo ./install.sh

   During installation, you may be prompted to connect and power on your scanner. If issues arise, try executing the following commands:

   cd /tmp/scangear*/packages

   sudo apt install ./*.deb

4. 4. Get Started Scanning

   How to Get Started Scanning on Linux Mint

   GNU/Linux Scanning Quick Start Guide

   GNU/Linux Scanner Quick Start Guide

I hope this guide has been helpful in showing you how to Install Canon ScanGear MP on Linux Mint 20 and set up your scanner effectively. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out for more assistance.