Why should you specifically look for version 1.12.0.0 instead of a newer release? Canon’s driver strategy often involves "silent updates." However, user forums and IT feedback highlight version 1.12.0.0 as a "Gold Build" for several reasons:

❌ Dated UI – looks like early 2010s Windows; not touch-friendly
❌ No advanced editing – no OCR, no auto-crop/deskew, no red-eye fix
❌ Slow on network scanning – if scanner is connected via network, initial discovery can lag
❌ No Mac or Linux support – Windows only
❌ No update notifications – version 1.12.0.0 is old; newer versions exist (e.g., 2.x) but require newer Canon drivers
❌ Occasional "cannot communicate with scanner" – usually fixed by restarting service or re-installing driver

Even with a stable version like 1.12.0.0, users encounter problems. Here is the diagnostic guide.