How to Setup a Cricut maker Machine: A Complete Guide
Congratulations if you bought your first Cricut machine. If you are looking to start using your machine to create beautiful crafts, then I am here to help you. I have been working as a Cricut crafter and DIY craft trainer for a long time now. So far, I have helped numerous aspiring crafters set up their Cricut machines and make their first DIY project. In this blog, I will share the complete guide to setting up a Cricut cutting machine by visiting cricut.com setup login website.
In order to set up a Cricut cutting machine, you should know how to create a Cricut account, establish a Bluetooth/USB connection, and download the Design Space app on your device. So, keep reading this blog till the end to learn thoroughly about each process.
Connect a Cricut Machine to Your Computer/Smartphone
In order to complete the Cricut machine setup process on your computer or smartphone device, it is necessary to connect the machine via Bluetooth or USB cable. Here, learn about the process of doing that.
Computer
Initially, you have to prepare the Cricut machine for connection by keeping it near your computer device.
On your PC, access the Devices window.
And then, make sure you are on the Bluetooth and other devices option in the right pane.
Also, check if the Bluetooth toggle is ON and choose the ‘Add Bluetooth or other device’ option.
On the Add a Device page, select the Bluetooth option.
Afterward, your machine name will show up on the screen; click on the machine name to establish the connection.
- Now, Bluetooth pairing of both devices will be complete.
Smartphone
- For the first step, tap on the Settings icon on your smartphone device.
Then, go to the Bluetooth option and turn on its toggle.
The device will scan and show the Cricut machine name on the screen.
Tap on your machine name to complete the connection process.
Now, wait for the connection process to complete.
If you want to connect Cricut on your device via USB, then connect one end to the machine and the other end to the computer. After that, you need to follow the on-screen guide to establish the connection.
Download Cricut Design Space on Your Device
If you want to set up the Cricut machine, you need to download the Cricut Design app first. Here, you will learn the process to download the app from the cricut.com setup login page.
Computer
First, you have to go to the official Cricut support page website.
Then click on the Download option under the Cricut Design Space option.
- Once the download is complete, you need to double-click on the downloaded file in the browser.
- Also, you can go to the Downloads folder on your PC to access the Cricut file.
When the installation page appears on the screen, then choose the option that you trust the application.
After that, the Cricut app installation progress will appear on the screen.
Once the installation process is finished, launch the app and sign in with your Cricut account. (If you are a new user, then go to cricut.com setup login page or click on the Create Cricut ID option on the app)
Next, your Cricut app will be ready to use and set up your Cricut cutting machine.
Now, open the Cricut Design app and choose the option to connect the machine.
Once the machine name appears on the screen, click on it.
Here you go! Your Cricut machine setup process is complete.
Smartphone
First, tap on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store icon on your respective smartphone device.
Then, go to the search section of the app, type ‘cricut design space,’ and choose the Search button.
From the open results on the screen, tap on the right Cricut Design Space icon.
Next, tap the Get/Download option to initiate the app download process.
When the app download is complete, open the app from the home screen.
On the open screen, select the option Machine Setup.
Now, your device will search for your Cricut cutting machine and show it on the screen.
Verify the right machine and tap on it.
Finally, your Cricut machine setup process will be complete and ready to make stunning DIY crafts.
Conclusion
Here, you can learn about the complete process to complete the Cricut machine setup from the cricut.com setup login website. You can use this simple guide to connect your Cricut Explore or Cricut Maker series machine to a computer or smartphone. Also, if you want to set up the Cricut Joy machine, then download the Cricut app on your smartphone device. And then follow the connection process. In addition, you can get the Cricut Joy app if you want. If you face any setup issues, then try the process once again or connect with the customer support team.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Create a Cricut Account?
These are the steps you can follow to make a new Cricut account.
Begin by visiting the cricut.com setup login page on a browser.
Now, click on the Create Cricut ID option.
After that, fill in the right information in the specified fields on the open page.
Once you have filled in all the information then, select Create Cricut ID once again to create your account.
After creating the account, you can use it to sign in to your account in the browser or the Cricut app.
With the help of the Cricut account, you can sync Cricut apps on various devices.
How Do I Setup My Cricut Cutting Machine?
If you want to set up your Cricut machine to a PC/smartphone, then follow the steps below.
For the first step, power On your cutting machine and place it near your PC/phone.
After that, use the Bluetooth or USB cable to connect both devices.
Now, browse the Cricut support page on a browser or app downloader.
From there, download and install the Cricut Design Space app.
Once the app download is complete, sign in to your account using a Cricut ID.
Afterward, choose the right option to complete the machine setup.
Choose your Cricut machine name from the result to complete the process.
How to Download Cricut Design Space on an iOS Device?
These are the steps you can follow to download the Cricut Design Space app on your iOS.
On the iOS device home screen, tap on the App Store icon.
Next, you are required to search for the ‘cricut design space‘ app from the search bar.
From the result, tap on the Cricut green C icon and choose download.
From the iOS device home screen, open the app.
Now, log in to your Cricut account or complete a machine setup.