However, if you perform frequent clean Windows installations or rely on advanced printer features (scan-to-PDF, duplex, borderless photo printing), consider this: your time is valuable. A new Canon Pixma MG3620 (under $60) comes with native Windows 11 drivers and lower ink costs.
But if you love your F15 1300 and don’t want to contribute to e-waste, the steps above will keep it alive on Windows 11 for years to come.
Always download drivers directly from Canon or Microsoft Catalog. And before any major Windows update, disconnect your printer — then reconnect and reinstall the driver using the saved backup. Need more help? Leave a comment below or visit the Canon Community Forums. Many Windows 11 users share updated workarounds for legacy printers like the F15 1300.