How to Connect Cricut Maker to Computer (Easy Steps)

Hey lovely crafters, how have you been? It’s been a while since I’ve written something. With this guide, I’ll explain how to connect Cricut Maker to computer. As I’ve noticed many users asking about Cricut Maker, I decided to take this topic for my next blog.

I find it fascinating when people are excited about crafting and DIYing. Since I’m a crafter, I try to bring up each topic that will help my readers. Well, last week, I helped my friend with some troubleshooting on the Cricut machine.

For some, all these technical connections might be a little intimidating, but it’s not. Let me explain some of the easiest steps to connect your machine to your computer.

How to Connect Cricut Maker to Computer With USB?

If you have a crafting machine, and you want to set it up on a computer using USB, try out these steps to do so.

1. First of all, plug your machine into a power outlet and turn it on.
2. Then, grab a USB cable and connect it to both of your devices by the end.
3. Now, ensure that your computer has the necessary USB drivers to set up the connection.
4. After that, check if the connection has been set up.

Now, use the Design Space software to start your DIY journey with your machine. Now, let’s check the steps, including Bluetooth connectivity.

How to Connect Cricut Maker to Computer via Bluetooth?

In this section, I’ll talk about how one can connect their machine to a device using Bluetooth. Let’s learn the steps below:

Windows

As a Windows user, you must use these steps to connect your machine to your computer. Check out the steps below.

1. First of all, turn on your machine and keep it at least 10-15 feet away from your computer.
2. Then, hit the Start menu and click the Settings option.
3. Under the Settings menu, choose the Devices option.

4. After that, check if the Bluetooth is ON or not. Turn it on if it’s not.
5. Now, go to the “Add Bluetooth or other device” option and click on it.

6. Next, search for the Bluetooth option and select your machine from the list.
7. Finally, you’ll see your devices connected.

This is how to connect Cricut Maker to computer via Bluetooth. Now, let’s see the process for a Mac computer.

Mac

Now, let’s check out how to connect your machine to a Mac computer. Follow all the steps carefully to avoid mistakes.

1. First of all, confirm that your machine is switched on and within a distance of 15 feet from Mac.
2. Then, head to the Apple menu and choose the System Preferences option.
3. Now, move on to the Bluetooth option.

4. After that, ensure that the Bluetooth is ON.
5. Next, choose your machine from the list of available device options.
6. In the last step, your device will be paired.

Finally, you’re ready to use your machine for your work. Moreover, you can pick a USB connection as well.

How to Get Cricut Design Space on Computer?

Design Space software is an important element in completely setting up your machine. Without this software, you won’t be able to set up the machine. Let’s check what it needs to get this Cricut design software.

1. In the beginning, visit cricut.com/setup on your internet browser.
2. Then, you’ll see a window to download the software.
3. Now, hit the Download button and agree to the terms of use and privacy policy.

4. Now, pick a location to save your file.
5. Afterward, reach that folder and find your downloaded file.
6. Once you get your file, double-click on it to open it.
7. When the app is open, sign in to your account using the right details.
8. However, if you’re not an existing user, create a new ID.

So, that’s it for installing your machine’s software on your computer. Now, you can complete your machine’s setup effortlessly.

FAQs

How Do I Connect My Cricut Maker to My Phone?

To connect your machine to your phone, use these steps:

1. First of all, keep your devices 10-15 feet apart from each other.
2. Then, go to Settings on your phone and select Bluetooth.
3. Now, enable Bluetooth and choose your machine from the available devices.
4. Finally, your machine is connected to your phone.

How to Get Cricut Design Space on My Phone?

To get the software on your phone, you need to follow the steps below.

1. To start, open the App Store/ Play Store on your phone.
2. Then, search for the software name.
3. Now, a list of available apps will be displayed on the screen.
4. After that, select the right app.
5. Now, open that app from the home screen and sign in to it.
6. Use your existing ID or create a new one.

Why Is My Cricut Maker Not Connecting to Bluetooth?

If your machine doesn’t connect via Bluetooth, check whether it’s ON and whether the Bluetooth option is ON. Moreover, it can be due to any technical issue within the machine. You should also check your device’s compatibility when connecting to your machine. Sometimes when the device isn’t compatible, it creates problems.