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Hold down the button below Menu, the button directly above Menu, and power all at the same time. Hold them until a rainbow screen appears, then release the buttons. Follow the on-screen prompts to calibrate the screen and complete the reset.
Why is my Cricut not working?
Make sure the USB cable is connected properly to both your computer and your Cricut Explore. Disconnect the Explore machine from the computer and power it off. Restart or reboot your computer. Once the reboot is complete, power on the Explore machine and reconnect it to the computer, then try the cut again.
Why is my Cricut maker not connecting?
Make sure your Bluetooth is turned on, or connect the USB cable. Make sure your Cricut machine is turned on, and not more than 3-4 meters away from your PC. Make sure that Bluetooth is toggled On -> click Add Bluetooth or other device. Select Bluetooth and wait for your PC to recognize the Cricut machine.
Why won’t Cricut load my projects?
If Design Space for Desktop isn’t loading or has a blank screen this can easily be resolved by clearing the application cache. Confirm Design Space for Desktop is closed. Launch Design Space for Desktop. Select View in the top left-hand corner of the system menu, then select Force Reload.
How do I put my Cricut in pairing mode?
Pair your Android or iOS device with Cricut machine via Bluetooth. Download and install the Design Space app (help article). Launch the app, then sign in or create a Cricut ID. Tap the menu and select Machine Setup.
How do I reset the Bluetooth on my Cricut maker?
Open Settings > Bluetooth in your Android device. If your Bluetooth is off, tap it to turn it on. Tap the gear icon next to your Cricut machine displayed in the list. Click Forget.
How do I update my Cricut maker?
Log in to your account and select Update Firmware from the menu in the upper left corner. Ensure your machine is powered on and connected to your computer with the USB cable. Select Update in the firmware update window to start the process again.
How do I calibrate my Cricut maker?
Cricut Maker: Knife Blade calibration Select the account menu, then Calibration. Select Knife Blade. Insert your Knife Blade and place a sheet of plain printer paper onto your machine mat. From the drop-down menu, select your machine (double-check to be sure the correct machine is displayed).
Why is my image blank on Cricut?
A common reason why Cricut images are not loading is that they are not really embedded in the file. To reduce the file size, many people like to link images to the file, but Cricut Design Space cannot identify these linked files. So, make sure you export the file as either a JPG, PNG, GIF, or BMP file.
What is wrong with Cricut design space?
The main cause of problems with Design Space is a slow internet connection. The program requires good and consistent upload and download speeds. But Cricut Design Space requires both download and upload speeds to be good, as you are constantly sending and receiving information as you work on your design.
What does flatten mean Cricut?
Flatten converts an image from a Cut image to a Print image, leaving just an exterior cut line around the outside edge. If you flatten a single layer, it will just turn that layer into a printable image. If you flatten multiple layers, it will combine all of those layers into a single printable image.
Why does design space keep freezing?
If your computer doesn’t meet the required specifications for using Cricut Design space, then you may experience freezing. The recommendations for a Windows machine are: Windows 8 or later. Intel Core series or AMD processor.
What is the pin for Cricut maker?
Select Bluetooth and wait for the computer to detect your Cricut machine. Select your machine from the list. If you’re prompted to enter a PIN, type 0000.
How do I make my Cricut discoverable?
Plug in the machine and power it on. Connect the machine to your computer with the USB cord or pair it via Bluetooth. Go to design.cricut.com/setup in your browser. Download and install the Design Space plugin when prompted (help article). iOS/Android. Pair your Android or iOS device with Cricut machine via Bluetooth.
Why is my Cricut power button blue?
Blue: This means that your machine is communicating with Design Space through Bluetooth. White: This is the standard color for Explore power button lights. If your power button light is white: If you are trying to use Bluetooth instead, have your device “forget” the Cricut Bluetooth device and then pair it again.
How do I forget a device on Bluetooth?
Android (smartphone, tablet) Swipe up from the bottom of the screen. Select Settings. Select Connected devices or Device Connection. Select Previously connected devices or Bluetooth. Select (Settings) beside the name of the device that you want to unpair. Select FORGET.
Can Cricut deactivate a machine?
They clarified that machines are not deactivated upon resale, but the new owner will need to set up their own online account.
How do I reset my easy press?
Follow the steps below. Return Cricut EasyPress to the safety base. Unplug Cricut EasyPress from the power outlet. Wait two minutes. Plug the Cricut EasyPress back in and power it ON.
What does the red light on my Cricut mean?
The Power button is red & no other button is lit Often, the machine is getting enough power to turn on the lights but not enough to fully run the machine. First, try another power outlet or power strip.
How long does Cricut Maker 3 take to update?
This process can take 45-60 minutes. Please ensure that the USB cable is firmly seated into the port of the machine, and your computer does not enter into sleep mode.
Do Cricut machines need to be calibrated?
Cricut Design Space will prompt you to calibrate your knife blade the first time you use it, if you have not done so previously. When using the rotary blade, Cricut recommends you calibrate it every time you change it. This will give the best cut accuracy, sizing and alignment possible.
Why won’t my project open in design space?
Clear your browser history, cache, and cookies. Attempt to access Design Space and your project in a different browser, such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. If none of this helps, please contact Member Care through one of the options below for further assistance.
How long is Cricut down for maintenance?
This maintenance is only expected to take 10 -15 minutes. During this window, the Cricut.com site will remain available but some content will not be available and performance may be slower than normal.
Why does my Cricut keep losing connection?
If you are cutting foil, metal sheets, or Smart Materials with your Cricut Explore or Cricut Maker, and the machine is turning off unexpectedly, this may be due to a build-up of static electricity. Dry environments are particularly prone to the buildup of static electricity.
How do I recover a deleted project in Cricut Design space?
All deleted items on a project are moved to the project Trash Can and can be restored from there, You’ll find the project Trash Can in the project’s Overview tab, under the Options button near the top right of screen. Once you’re in the Trash Can, you’ll see Restore button beside each deleted item for the last 30 days.
Does Cricut autosave?
Save your project periodically as you work; it will be saved to your computer, but it will automatically sync online once your internet connection is restored. Note: You will not be able to cut projects that include content you haven’t purchased (or that is not included with your Cricut Access plan).
