How to Setup My Cricut Maker 3: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
When I purchased my Cricut Maker 3, as a beginner, I was worried about how to setup my Cricut Maker 3. After using it for a long time, I have learned everything regarding the setup process. So, if you want to learn the machine setup, you are in the right place. Read the blog to find a comprehensive beginner’s guide to setting up your machine.
To setup the machine, you need a computer or phone. On your device, you must download the Design Space — an essential app for using your machine. The best thing is that it is free to use. You will also need to connect the machine to your device. For the full guide, follow the blog till the end!
Step 1: Unboxing and Preparing Cricut Maker 3
Before learning how to setup my Cricut Maker 3, it is important to know what you get when you buy it. After purchasing the machine, you have to first unbox the packaging and check the accessories inside the box. These are the items you will receive when you buy the machine.
Brand new cutting machine
Fine-point blade + housing (pre-installed)
A quick guidebook
USB cable
Power adapter
Material for a test cut
After unboxing and checking the items, you must prepare your machine for the setup. Here are the things you should do.
Connect the machine to an electric source and turn it on.
Next, use USB or Bluetooth to pair the machine to your computer.
Now, your machine is prepared for the setup. Do the following things to finish the process.
Then, open an internet browser and visit cricut.com/setup.
After that, download the Design Space app on your computer.
Once the app is downloaded to your computer, you have to sign in or sign up with a Cricut account.
Step 2: Connecting Cricut to Computer via Bluetooth
In order to proceed with how to setup my Cricut Maker 3, the next step is to connect a computer to your machine. For connection, a USB cable or Bluetooth is good. Here, you will see how to connect your machine to a computer via Bluetooth:
Turn on your machine and keep it within 10–15 feet of your computer.
Then, go to your computer and click on the Start menu.
Next, open Settings and then choose the Devices option.
- Now, if you see that Bluetooth on your computer is off, turn it on and then click on Add Bluetooth or other device.
After that, you will need to choose the Bluetooth option. When you see that the computer has started to detect available devices and when the machine is visible on the screen, click on it, and it will be connected to your computer.
The machine and your desktop computer will be connected to each other.
Step 3: Downloading Cricut Design Space
After connecting the machine and your computer in order to learn how to setup my Cricut Maker 3, the next thing is to download the app to your computer. In order to download it on your computer, the complete steps are written below:
First, connect your computer to a strong internet connection and then open an internet browser on it.
Next, tick the checkbox in order to agree to the Cricut Terms of Use and Policy.
Then, you must tap Download to start downloading the app to your computer.
Now, go to the Downloads section on the computer and double-click on the file.
A new window on the file will indicate that the installation of the app on your computer has begun. The software will soon be installed.
After the installation of the app is done on your computer, you need to log in with your account. In the case of a first-time user, you need to create a Cricut ID.
FAQs
Can I Write With the Help of Cricut Maker 3?
Yes, for sure! With this machine, you can easily create writing projects on your materials. To do that, you will need to buy a Cricut pen. What pen you buy will depend on the type of material you have to write on. Various materials require different kinds of pens. So, choose a pen that fits your needs. To use a pen, you must install it in the place of a blade, and then you can easily write with it on the machine.
What Software Does Cricut Maker 3 Use?
To use this cutting machine, you have the option to use two apps. Both are official Cricut apps. The first is the Design Space app, which is available for free, and you can have it on your computer or mobile for free. The other one is Cricut Access, which is not a free app, and to use it, you will have to get a premium subscription plan.
How Do You Connect Cricut Maker 3 to Device?
To add a crafting machine to your operating system with the help of Bluetooth, follow the steps written below.
First, turn on the machine by clicking the power button.
Then, the machine and device should be within 10–15 ft.
Next, open Bluetooth settings and turn it on.
After that, search for your machine and click on it.
The machine will be connected to your device.
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