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How to Install Cricut Design Space: Quick and Easy Steps

Are you planning to set up your first Cricut machine? If yes, then you need to know how to install Cricut Design Space on your phone or computer. Downloading this software is a must when using a machine. You can download it on your device from the official website for free. If you do not know how to do it, follow the blog to learn how. Here, I am writing down the app’s downloading and installation methods on multiple devices. You can easily download the software from any of these devices you are using.


Design Space is an app designed for Cricut users. It is free to use, which will especially benefit beginners. They can learn to use Cricut for free and later switch to the Cricut Access app. Without any further delay, let’s start the installation process right away.


Install Cricut Design Space on Windows


Here, we are going to talk about four different devices that are compatible with Design Space, and the first device I will talk about is a Windows computer. It is a good option to use with your machine. You can connect both devices using Bluetooth or USB. To download the app on a computer, follow these steps:


  1. First, visit cricut.com/setup on your Windows computer.

  2. Then, look around to find the Design Space on the website.

  3. Next, you should tick the check box to agree to Cricut’s Terms of Use and Policy. After that, click on Download and then wait for the file to be saved in the Downloads folder.

  1. Now, find the Downloads folder on your computer and open the software file.

  2. Once the file is opened, a new window will appear on your screen. This means that the app has started to install.

  3. After the app installation is complete, open the app and sign in with your account.


Install Cricut Design Space on Mac

A Mac is as good as a Windows computer for using Design Space. You just have to ensure that your computer contains the required features. Here are the steps for the app installation on a Mac system.

  1.  Just like on Windows, open an internet browser on Mac and visit cricut.com/setup.

  2. Again, agree to the Terms & Conditions and select Download.

  1. Now, select the folder to download the app. This is a choice-based option. If you don’t want to select the folder, you can choose not to do it. In that case, the file will be saved in the default Downloads folder.

  2. After selecting the folder, the file will be downloaded. You must go to the folder, open it, and click on it twice.

  1. A new window on the screen will show two icons. Drag the app icon and leave it in the Applications icon.

  1. After that, open the Applications icon and the app.

  2. The app will be launched; you must open it and sign in with your username and password.


Install Cricut Design Space on Android

You can use an Android or iOS phone instead of a computer to use your machine. Both smartphones are compatible with your machine and work great with the app. You need to follow the steps to download the app on an Android phone.

  1. First, open the Play Store on your phone. You will find it on your phone’s home screen.

  2. Then, search for Design Space from the top right corner of the screen and wait for the app to appear.

  1. Now, tap on Install, and the app will be downloaded on the device and will appear with other apps on your mobile.

  2. After that, open the app and log in to start working on your projects.

Install Cricut Design Space on iPhone

Just like an Android, an iPhone is amazing to use with your crafting machine. You can connect your iPhone to your machine and download the app from it. This is the process of downloading the software on an iOS device.

  1. Open the App Store on your phone. You can find it on your screen.

  2. Next, search for the app, and soon it will appear on your screen.

  3. Then, tap the Get button, and the software will start to install.

  4. Now, if the phone prompts you for a PIC code, type in the PIN 0000.

  5. Once the app is downloaded, open it and log in with your Cricut credentials.

Conclusion

Here, you read how to download and install the Cricut software on multiple devices. You may be using any of these devices, and you can easily download the app from them. The app is a must-have tool for all crafters, especially for those who are new to Cricut. Once you have learned how to download and install the app on your device, you can proceed to connect your device to your machine and do other things for the setup so that you can use the app later.

FAQs

What Features Should My Windows Have for Cricut?

If you want to use the machine on your Windows computer, make sure it has these features.

  • Windows 10 or newer

  • Intel Dual-Core processor

  • 2 GB free disk space

  • 4 GB RAM

  • USB or Bluetooth connection

  • 1024 x 768 pixels screen resolution

  • 2-3 Mbps internet speed

Can I Use Cricut Machine Without Design Space?

No, you cannot! To use any crafting machine, you need Design Space. You will have to download the app on your mobile device or computer. However, to use the software on your device, you will have to make sure that the device is compatible with the app. Now, you can download it and work with your machine.


Why Is My Cricut Design Space Not Working?


If your software is not working properly, you should do a few things. First, check whether your app is updated. If it is not, you should update it. You also need to make sure you are using a strong and stable internet connection while using the app. Before downloading the app, check the compatibility of your device. Plus, you can reinstall the software to fix the problem and start working on your craft projects.




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