What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MG3029 Use?
Last Updated:The Canon PIXMA MG3029 uses Canon PG-243 black and CL-244 tri-color ink cartridges. For users who print frequently, the higher-capacity PG-245XL and CL-246XL cartridges drop in as direct replacements and nearly double the page yield.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Page Yield | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon PG-243 | Black | ~180 pages | Light text printing |
| Canon CL-244 | Tri-color | ~180 pages | Light color printing |
| Canon PG-245XL | Black (High Yield) | ~300 pages | Frequent black printing |
| Canon CL-246XL | Tri-color (High Yield) | ~300 pages | Photos and color documents |
These cartridges are shared across a wide range of PIXMA models including the MG2520, MG2522, MG2525, MG2920, MG2922, MG3022, MG3520, MG3620, MX490, MX492, TR4520, TR4522, TS202, TS302, and TS3122.
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How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA MG3029
- Power the printer on and open the scanner unit until it locks — the cartridge holder will slide to the center.
- Push down on the empty cartridge and lift it out of the holder.
- Unwrap the new cartridge and pull off the orange protective tape covering the print head.
- Slide the cartridge in at a slight angle, then press down firmly until you hear it click.
- Close the scanner unit and let the printer run its automatic alignment routine.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Ink cartridge not recognized" error. Remove the cartridge, wipe the gold contact strip with a dry, lint-free cloth, and reseat it firmly. Power-cycle the printer if needed.
Faded or missing colors. Run a print head cleaning from the Canon IJ Printer Utility. If one cycle doesn't fix it, run a deep cleaning followed by a nozzle check.
Wi-Fi keeps dropping. Make sure the printer and router both use the 2.4 GHz band — the MG3029 does not support 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Paper feeding crooked. Re-square the paper guides snugly against the stack and verify paper is below the MAX line in the rear tray.
Official Canon Resources
Need original drivers, firmware, or the user manual? Visit the Canon PIXMA MG3029 support page or the main Canon support portal.
Bottom Line
The Canon PIXMA MG3029 is a budget-friendly wireless all-in-one, and the PG-243 / CL-244 (or XL) cartridges keep its running costs low. Shop compatible MG3029 ink at Castle Ink and save versus OEM pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the Canon PIXMA MG3029 use?
Canon PG-243 black and CL-244 tri-color cartridges, with PG-245XL and CL-246XL as high-yield versions.
Can I install PG-245XL instead of PG-243?
Yes — the XL is fully compatible and prints roughly 300 pages versus 180 for the standard PG-243.
Does the MG3029 print wirelessly?
Yes — it supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print (where available), and the Canon PRINT mobile app.
Are compatible cartridges safe to use?
Yes. Quality compatibles match OEM yield and print quality, and federal law protects your warranty when using them.
Will the MG3029 keep printing if one cartridge is empty?
If only the black is empty you can enable composite black to keep printing in color until you replace it; if color is empty you can print pure black text only.
About the Author: William Elward is the founder of Castle Ink and has been writing about printers, ink cartridges, and printing technology for over 20 years.