I still remember the day I bought my first Cricut Maker and Explore machine. You won’t believe me, but I was unsure of the proper machine setup. I didn’t want to make any mistakes that would lead to an error. Anyway, I learned how to connect Cricut to computer from the guidebook that comes with Cricut.
Although every user can use this easy guide to connect their machine, there are people who need an in-depth tutorial on Cricut setup. However, it’s been more than 3 years since I have been using these cutting machines for creating DIY projects. The best part about this machine is that it can connect via both Bluetooth and a USB cable.
By the end of this blog, you will learn how to set up your Cricut Maker or Explore machine using a USB or Bluetooth connection. So, are you ready to complete your Cricut setup? Let’s delve into it!
How to Setup Cricut Machine With Design Space?
Before learning how to connect Cricut to computer, the complete Cricut machine setup is essential.With this setup, you will connect your Cricut cutting machine to the Design Space that helps you create design, and it works as a medium to transfer your design to the cutting machine that cuts your final projects. Here’s how to set up your Cricut Maker or Explore on a Windows computer:
- First, you need to power on the machine and computer.
- Next, you have to connect the machine to your computer using a USB cable or pair it via Bluetooth. (I have explained how to connect Cricut to computer via USB or Bluetooth in the next section).
- Then, download and install the Design Space app by simply visiting cricut.com/setup.
- Afterward, you have to follow the on-screen instructions to sign in or create a Cricut ID and Password.
Finally, your Cricut setup is done; now you can move to the next section, where I have explained the way of connecting your Cricut to your computer.
How to Connect Cricut to Computer via Bluetooth?
So, are you ready to connect your Cricut to your computer wirelessly? The process is simple, and this is only for Windows users.
- First of all, you have to maintain at least 10 to 15 feet of distance between your computer and the machine. For Cricut Explore or Explore One, you need to insert the Wireless Bluetooth Adapter.
- Now, you have to go to the Start menu and choose the Settings.
- On Windows Settings, you have to select Devices.
- Next, turn on the Bluetooth and hit the Add Bluetooth or other device option.
- After that, you have to select Bluetooth and then wait for a while until it detects your cutting machine. Once detected, you can select it to proceed ahead.
- When prompted, you should enter four digits of PIN: 0000.
- Finally, you have paired your Cricut Maker or Explore with your Windows computer.
That is it! This is the complete process of connecting your Cricut machine to a computer with the help of wireless Bluetooth. If you want to connect the machine using USB, then proceed with the following step.
How to Connect Cricut to Computer Using a USB Cable?
Another way to connect your Cricut to a computer is a USB cable. Below, I have given step-by-step instructions to establish the connection between the computer and Cricut:
- Take a USB cable and connect it to the back of the Cricut machine.
- Next, use the other end of the USB cable to connect it to a computer.
- Then, you have to follow the instructions on your computer screen to install the USB driver.
If you find it difficult to connect it via USB, then you should check whether your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Design Space.
FAQs
Question 1: Why is the Cricut machine not connecting to a computer?
Answer: Below are 2 fixes that you can try if your Cricut machine isn’t connecting to your computer:
- Inspect the Cricut: here, you need to check whether your machine is turned on and kept within a distance of 10–15 feet from the computer. For Explore or Explore One, make sure you have inserted the Wireless Bluetooth Adapter.
- Check the computer: your computer must meet the minimum system requirements so that it can connect to Bluetooth. If everything seems okay, then try restarting the computer and machine.
Question 2: What is the PIN for connecting my Cricut to my Bluetooth?
Answer: It is 0000. This code is entered when you are prompted while pairing up your Cricut machine with your computer. The steps go as follows:
- Open the Bluetooth on your computer.
- Then, turn on the Bluetooth.
- Go to the Add Bluetooth or other device option.
- Next, you need to select the Bluetooth option, and it will start looking for your machine.
- When it finds the machine, you need to click on it and then enter the code 0000.
- Then, hit the Connect tab to connect the devices.
Question 3: Why can’t I connect my Cricut via USB?
Answer: Many people face a similar issue while connecting their Cricut via a USB cable. There are various reasons that stop you from connecting it via cable. To fix this problem, you need to check whether the cable is inserted properly into its port or not. If everything seems perfect, then you should try to replace the USB or try a different port on your computer. There are chances that these fixes will help you reconnect your cutting machine to your compatible device.
Conclusion
In this blog, I have explained two methods to connect your Cricut to a computer. This guide will be useful for connecting your Cricut Maker or Explore series machines to your Windows computer. Before talking about the connection between the computer and the machine, I have started with the Cricut setup, which is a must before connecting it to the cable or wirelessly. Both methods are suitable and depend on your choice of what suits you best.
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