Cricut Design Space

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If you are looking for a complete guide to set up your Cricut Design Space just Click on cricut.com/setup and find your product to get started with your DIY projects. With Cricut machines, you get to create the arts that you want. Also, you get to use the library of fonts, images, and projects.

There are a number of machines and Cricut apps to make new crafts as per your need. For instance, devices like Cricut Explore Air 2 and Cricut Design Space app to work with. Let’s get to know how you can set up your machine and app with different types of OS using cricut.com/setup.

What is Design Space and How to Use It?

Cricut Design Space software is available at cricut.com/setup that can be used to do DIY projects. The app/ software gives you the ease of working with new ideas on your own. Cricut has a lineup of machines to help you make the designs you want with Design Space. Whether you need to make crafts for your small business or personal DIY, it will help you with both things.

There are a number of tools to design, cut, and produce the final result. You can use it on your desktop, laptop, or any mobile device. Users can click here (cricut.com/setup) to get Design Space for the required OS. Also, there are unlimited design options to cut with your device. In addition, it has free design in the library as well. To get more information, go through the guide and get the details.

What is Cricut Access and How to Buy It for Desktop From Cricut.com/setup?

The Cricut Access is a product that allows you to use images with a non-license tag. You can buy subscriptions to use them as per your need. There are many projects and fonts to use in the Design Space to do a professional project.

It is also an auto-renewal program where you can get ready to make crafts. All these features will appear in Cricut Access. Here is how to get different plans for your Cricut machine.

Buy a Monthly Plan

  1. Go to cricut.com/setup and sign in to Design Space.
  2. Click on the Design Space menu and choose Cricut Access.
  3. As per the trial plan:
    1. If you can get a free trial, an option will appear to get started.
    2. Then, you have to choose the Start Free Trial option.
    3. In case the trial plan is already used, click on Subscribe.
    4. Here, select Monthly or Yearly.
    5. Then, tap the Add This Plan option.
  4. Check and choose a payment detail, then click on Confirm.
  5. When asked, type the Cricut password to allow the purchase.
  6. The Cricut Access plan will start now.
  7. You can find it in all Design Space and Cricut Joy apps.

Buy a Yearly Plan

  1. Go to cricut.com/setup and sign in to Design Space.
  2. Then, you have to start a new project.
  3. After that, take an image from Cricut Access.
  4. The image should have a green “a” icon.
  5. Next, click on Make It and tap on Checkout.
  6. Check and choose a payment detail, then click on Continue.
  7. Select the Yearly option on your left screen.
  8. Thereafter, tap on the Add This Plan option.
  9. When asked, type the Cricut password to allow the purchase.
  10. You can find it in all Design Space and Cricut Joy apps.

These are the two different types of plans that you can buy for your Cricut Access use. Click on cricut.com/setup and find the steps to set it up easily.

How to Download Cricut Design Space for Desktop From Cricut.com/setup?

To know about the app/ software, go through the above section in this guide. If you are looking for easy steps to download on your OS, here is how to do it.

Download Design Space for Windows Via Cricut.com/setup

For your Windows PC, you can perform these steps to download and install the app.

  1. Go to cricut.com/setup from your web browser.
  2. Then, select the Download button.
  3. Check the changes to the screen as the app file is downloading.
    1. Every browser will show a different screen.
  4. After the download, tap the file.
  5. And open it in your browser or Downloads folder.
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  1. On your Windows, you may get an alert to trust the app.
  2. Choose the “Trust this app” option.
  3. A setup window will show you the cricut.com/setup installation process.
  4. Log in with your Cricut ID and password.
  5. You will be able to see the Design Space for Desktop icon.
  6. Right-click on the icon and make the shortcut.
  7. You can select the Pin to Taskbar option or drag the icon to the Taskbar.

Get started with your Design Space!

Download Design Space for Mac Via Cricut.com/setup

For your Mac PC, you can perform these steps to download and install the app.

  1. Go to cricut.com/setup from your web browser.
  2. Then, select the Download button.
  3. Check the changes to the screen as the app file is downloading.
    1. Every browser will show a different screen.
  4. After the download, tap the file.
  5. And open it in your browser or Downloads folder.
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  1. Open the installer when it shows up on your desktop.
  2. Click on the Cricut icon and drag it to the Applications folder to install the file.
  3. Find the Design Space for Desktop in your Applications folder.
  4. Choose the cricut.com/setup app and run it on your desktop.
  5. Now, drag the icon to the dock to make a shortcut.

Get started with your Design Space!

How to Download Cricut Design Space for Mobile?

If you do not want to connect the app to a PC, you can easily use a mobile device and download the app. Here are the easy instructions for your OS types.

Download Design Space for iOS

Use a web browser on your device and install Cricut Design Space for your iOS devices. You can follow the steps given to set up the app.

  1. Start with launching the App Store on your iOS device or go to cricut.com/setup.
  2. Type Cricut Design Space in the search tab.
  3. Now, a white square with a green Cricut “C” icon will show.
  4. Tap on the Get option to download the app.
  5. Then, enter the iTunes password and confirm the download.
  6. After the download, the app will launch.
  7. It will display options to complete the New Machine Setup.
  8. Or you may get the option to check the App Overview.
  9. To cancel both options, tap the “X” in the upper right corner.
  10. After that, open the landing page, sign in, and start making crafts!

You can check the system requirements to install Design Space on an iOS device at cricut.com/setup.

Download Design Space for Android

Use a web browser on your device and install Cricut Design Space for your Android devices. You can follow the steps given to set up the app.

  1. Start by visiting the Play Store on your Android device or visit cricut.com/setup.
  2. Type Cricut Design Space in the search tab.
  3. You will see a green “C” icon (for Cricut) appear
  4. Press the Install option to get the app.
  5. After the installation, the app icon will show on your home screen.
  6. To open the app, tap the icon, log in, and get started with the crafts!

You can check the system requirements to install Design Space on an Android device at cricut.com/setup.

How to Launch Cricut Design Space for Desktop?

If you are unable to find the app on your PC, do the following to launch it.

Windows

  1. Enter “Cricut Design Space” in the search tab.
  2. Or tap the Windows icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.
  3. To start the app, choose the Cricut Design Space icon.
  4. Select the Pin to Start or Pin to Taskbar option to keep it on the taskbar.

Mac

  1. Go to the Finder and open the Applications folder.
  2. Find your Design Space application and double-click on it.
  3. To make the shortcut accessible, drag the application to Dock.
  4. Select the Pin to Start or Pin to Taskbar option to keep it on the taskbar.

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How to Connect Cricut Explore Air 2 Via Bluetooth (Windows)?

Using the Cricut Explore Air 2 machine, you can cut designs wirelessly. For that, you will need to connect the machine to a device. Once it is done, you can use the commanding device to create designs and send them to Explore Air 2. Here is how to set it up on a Windows PC.

  1. Turn on your Cricut Explore Air 2.
  2. Then, place it within 10 to 15 from your PC.
  3. To check if Bluetooth is on:
    1. Click the Start button and select Device Manager.
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  1. If Bluetooth is listed, you can use the feature.
  2. If there is no Bluetooth feature, use a Bluetooth Dongle USB device.
  3. Once done, close the Device Manager.
  4. Open the Start menu, then click Settings.
  5. Now, select the Devices menu.
  6. Turn on your Bluetooth and click on “Add Bluetooth or other device.”
  7. After that, let your PC find the Cricut machine.
  8. Next, select the device from the appeared list.
  9. For a PIN entry, you need to enter 0000.
  10. Thereafter, choose the Connect button.
  11. Your PC and Cricut Explore Air 2 are connected now.
  12. Once connected, download the Design Space from cricut.com/setup.

It is usual for your Cricut machines like Maker or Explore to appear in the list as Audio. If you own multiple Cricut devices, use the device code to check which one you want to pair.

How to Connect Cricut Explore Air 2 Via Bluetooth (Mac)?

Using the Cricut Explore Air 2 machine, you have a chance to cut designs wirelessly. For that, you will need to connect the machine to a device. Once it is done, you can use the commanding device to create designs and send them to Explore Air 2. Here is how to set it up on a Mac PC.

  1. Turn on your Cricut Explore Air 2.
  2. Then, place it within 10 to 15 from your PC.
  3. To check if Bluetooth is on:
    1. Go to the Apple Menu, then click System Preferences.
    2. Find the Bluetooth option and check if it is Bluetooth-enabled.
  4. Next, go to the Bluetooth window now.
  5. If Bluetooth is off, click the button to turn it on.
  6. Choose the name of your adapter or Bluetooth.
  7. After that, select the Pair option.
  8. In the prompted box, enter 0000 and click on Pair.
  9. You have connected the PC and Cricut.
  10. Download the Design Space from cricut.com/setup.

It is usual for your Cricut machines like Maker or Explore to appear in the list as Audio. If you own multiple Cricut devices, use the device code to check which one you want to pair.

How to Connect Cricut Explore Air 2 Via Bluetooth (iOS)?

Now, you can easily connect your iOS devices with any of the Cricut machines. Here, learn how to connect your Explore Air 2 using Bluetooth to an iOS device.

  1. Turn on your Cricut Explore Air 2.
  2. Then, place it within 10 to 15 from your PC.
  3. To check if Bluetooth is on:
    1. Click on Bluetooth, then open Settings.
    2. Tap on it and turn it on.
  4. Now, you will see your Bluetooth-enabled Cricut device.
  5. Choose the name of your adapter or Bluetooth.
  6. In the prompted box, enter 0000 and click on Pair.
  7. You have connected the iOS device and Cricut.
  8. Download the Design Space from cricut.com/setup.

It is usual for your Cricut machines like Maker or Explore to appear in the list as Audio. If you own multiple Cricut devices, use the device code to check which one you want to pair.

How to Connect Cricut Explore Air 2 Via Bluetooth (Android)?

Now, you can easily connect your iOS devices with any of the Cricut machines. Here, learn how to connect your Explore Air 2 using Bluetooth to an Android device.

  1. Turn on your Cricut Explore Air 2.
  2. Then, place it within 10 to 15 from your PC.
  3. To check if Bluetooth is on:
    1. Find Bluetooth and launch it.
    2. Then, click on Settings.
  4. To turn on the Bluetooth, tap on it.
  5. Choose the name of your adapter or Bluetooth.
  6. In the prompted box, enter 0000 and click on Pair.
  7. You have connected the iOS device and Cricut.
  8. Download the Design Space from cricut.com/setup.

Depending on the Explore machine and version of your Android device, the menu may differ.

FAQs

Question: What can my Cricut machine actually do using cricut.com/setup?

Answer: Cricut is created as a digital die-cutting machine. And it can cut various types of materials to do DIY craft projects once set up via cricut.com/setup. The items you can cut are paper, vinyl, leather, fabric, and more. However, you will need to use different blade types for cutting materials like balsa wood and cork.

Question: What do I use Cricut mostly for?

Answer: Here are a few examples of popular crafts:

  1. Vinyl decals
  2. Handmade cards
  3. Iron-on shirts
  4. Custom stickers
  5. Paper banners and party decorations
  6. Monograms (for a mug, cup, or tumbler)
  7. Earrings and bracelets made of leather

Question: Can I print using my phone to Cricut?

Answer: The Cricut Joy machine can only cut and draw. Also, the Print Then Cut feature does not fully support Android. However, you can design and save Print Then Cut crafts via the Android app downloaded from the official site cricut.com/setup. But if you want to cut and print the projects, you have to use Design Space for all types of OS.