Canon Connected Value Platform Generative AI Print Enhancement
Canon launched the Connected Value Platform on 1 October 2026, which it describes as a cloud-based feature enhancement platform combining generative AI and Canon imaging technologies to add new capabilities across printing products.
Tool Overview
Features, steps and FAQ below
Features
- ✓ Canon says the platform analyzes documents and images with generative AI and Canon imaging technologies, extracting relevant information, reorganizing content and converting it into formats optimized for print and scan workflows
- ✓ Canon says users access these capabilities through feature extension tools inside Canon applications for PCs and mobile devices, selecting only the functions they need
- ✓ Canon says the first phase offers feature extension tools for PIXUS (PIXMA in other regions) inkjet printers beginning 1 October 2026, with Canon Print Assistant Ver.2.0 for Windows PCs and Canon PRINT Ver.4.0 for mobile
- ✓ Canon says the first feature extension tool, Web Print Optimizer, is for people who frequently print web content such as recipes and news, using generative AI to analyze page content, remove ads and excess whitespace and automatically optimize layouts for printing
- ✓ Canon says it plans more tools, including Content-Based Naming (expected late November 2026), which uses generative AI to analyze scanned content and automatically generate descriptive file names
How to Use
- Canon says the service is free of charge and requires downloading the Canon Print Assistant app for Windows PCs or the Canon PRINT mobile app
- In Japan, use also requires registering for the MyPrint printer-linked service and using genuine Canon ink cartridges
- Open the app and select the function you need within the feature extension tools, such as optimizing web print layouts with Web Print Optimizer
- Canon says it will keep adding capabilities for work, learning, hobbies and everyday life in later updates
FAQ
What is the Connected Value Platform?
A cloud-based feature enhancement platform Canon launched on 1 October 2026, which Canon says combines generative AI and Canon imaging technologies to add new capabilities to printing products from home printers to office multifunction devices.
Which products does it support first?
Canon says the first phase offers feature extension tools for PIXUS (PIXMA in other regions) inkjet printers beginning 1 October 2026.
What is the first feature tool?
Canon says the first feature extension tool is Web Print Optimizer, which uses generative AI to analyze page content, remove ads and excess whitespace and automatically optimize layouts for printing.
How much does the service cost?
Canon says the service is free of charge, but requires downloading a Canon app and, in Japan, registration for the MyPrint service and genuine Canon ink cartridges.
What features are coming later?
Canon says it plans Content-Based Naming (expected late November 2026), which uses generative AI to analyze scanned content and automatically generate descriptive file names.