Cricut Design Space

### Design Space: DIY with Cricut User Guide #### Getting Started 1. **Download and Install:** - Download the Cricut Design Space™ app from the App Store or Google Play. - Install the app on your mobile device. 2. **Open the App:** - Launch Cricut Design Space™ from your home screen or app drawer. - Sign in with your Cricut account or create a new account if you don’t have one. 3. **Activate Your Machine:** - If you’re new to Cricut, visit cricut.com/setup to activate your new machine. - Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process. #### Connecting Your Cricut Machine 1. **Enable Bluetooth®:** - Ensure Bluetooth® is enabled on your mobile device. - Turn on your Cricut Explore™ or Cricut Maker™ machine. 2. **Pairing Your Device:** - Open the Cricut Design Space™ app. - Tap on the menu icon and select “Machine Setup & App Overview.” - Follow the prompts to connect your machine via Bluetooth®. #### Creating a Project 1. **Start a New Project:** - Tap the “New Project” button on the home screen. - Use the canvas to start designing from scratch or explore pre-made designs. 2. **Using the Cricut Image Library:** - Tap the “Images” icon to browse thousands of images and ready-to-make projects. - Select an image or project to add it to your canvas. 3. **Adding Text:** - Tap the “Text” icon to add text to your design. - Customize the text using various fonts, kerning, spell check, and right-to-left text options. 4. **Design Tools:** - Use design tools to customize your project, including: - **Kerning:** Adjust the spacing between characters. - **Spell Check:** Ensure your text is error-free. - **Right-to-Left Text:** Support for right-to-left languages. - Upgrade your device to Android 9 or above to access these features. #### Cutting and Drawing 1. **Prepare Your Mat:** - Place your material on the Cricut cutting mat. - Load the mat into your Cricut machine. 2. **Send Project to Machine:** - Tap the “Make It” button in the app. - Follow the prompts to select your material type and load the appropriate tools (cutting blade, pen, etc.). 3. **Cut or Draw:** - Tap “Go” to start cutting or drawing your design. - Monitor the progress on your mobile device. 4. **Unload and Finish:** - Once the machine completes the task, unload the mat. - Remove your cut or drawn design from the mat. #### Managing Projects 1. **Saving Projects:** - Save your project by tapping the “Save” icon. - Name your project and choose a location to save it within the app. 2. **Accessing Saved Projects:** - Tap the “My Projects” icon to view and access your saved projects. - Open, edit, or duplicate any saved project. #### Cloud Syncing 1. **Syncing Across Devices:** - Ensure your projects are synced to the cloud for access across multiple devices. - Log in to your Cricut account on any device to access your projects. #### Getting Help and Support 1. **Access Support:** - Tap the “Help” icon in the app for FAQs and troubleshooting guides. - Contact Cricut support directly through the app if you need further assistance. Download Cricut Design Space™ today and start creating stunning DIY projects with complete creative freedom. Whether you’re designing, cutting, or drawing, Cricut Design Space™ makes it easy and fun!