Cricut Design Space is software for Cricut machines, including the Maker series, Explore series, Joy, Joy Xtra, and Venture. Cricut is an American brand that makes cutting and crafting DIY machines. Design Space lets users create, edit, and customize designs, and then cut them with a compatible Cricut machine. To use it, download and install the software on your device to set up and connect your machine.
This blog will guide you through downloading the Design Space software on multiple devices and show you how to set up your Cricut machine correctly. Let’s dive into the steps to install this software on your computer or mobile device.
If you want to use the Design Space on a desktop, follow the instructions given below for Windows and Mac.
Visit the design.cricut.com website on your browser to download the Design Space software.
Select the box to agree to the Cricut Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and then click the Download button.
Visit the Downloads folder where this file has been downloaded.
Open the downloaded file by double-clicking it to begin installing the software.
Allow the installation window process to complete, and then sign in using the correct username and password.
If you’re a beginner, create a new account to sign in.
Finally, the Design Space icon will appear on your computer screen.
Open the software and try using the features to create a design.
Navigate to design.cricut.com on your browser to download the Design Space software for Mac.
Check the box to accept the Cricut Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and click the Download button in green.
Choose a location to save the software file, and click on Save at the bottom right corner of the screen.
The file will be saved under the Downloads folder. Find the file, and double-click on it.
In the pop-up window, move the Design Space icon into the Applications folder to install the software.
Open the Applications folder, and then you have to double-click on the software’s file to open it.
Click the Open button to open the Design Space app on the Mac.
Use the Cricut details to log in to the Design Space account. Create a new account as a beginner.
To create an account, please fill in the necessary details, including your full name, email address, and set a strong password.
After creating a new account, use the details to sign in to the Cricut account.
Design Space offers a mobile application compatible with devices running Android and iOS. Also, you can install the mobile version of the app on Android or iOS by following these instructions.
Open the Play Store from the home screen, and search for Design Space in the search bar.
Tap the Install option to get this app on your mobile phone.
After installation, the app will appear with other apps on the home screen. Tap on the app.
Tap Sign In and enter your login details.
To set up a machine, select Machine Setup.
Finally, you have installed the Design Space app on your Android mobile device. Now, it’s time to use it for creating your best crafts.
Open the App Store on your device and look for the Design Space app in the search bar.
Click on the Get button to download & install the Cricut app on your mobile or tablet.
After installation, open the app and select either Sign In or Machine Setup.
To sign in, use the username and password. In case you are a new user, select ‘Create ID’ to create your new Cricut ID.
To create a new ID, enter your full name, email address, country or region, and a password.
Once you have created an account, use the details to log in to the Design Space and start creating your favorite designs.
Design Space is a powerful application that allows you to design and personalize your own creations. The app works on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, and new users must create an account to start using it. You can use the same account to log in on any device, just like an email account.
Yes, the Design Space software is free of cost. Users can download it easily from its official website (cricut.com/setup) and install it on their computer. However, Cricut offers a monthly subscription called Cricut Access, which provides access to various free design templates. Professional crafters can purchase this subscription.
No, you can’t replace Design Space with Canva. However, you can design anything on Canva, save the file, and upload it to the Design Space app. The Design Space app is specifically designed for use with Cricut machines only.
With the Design Space software, you can create your favorite designs with the help of ready-made templates and send them to a Cricut cutting machine to draw, write, score, cut, etc. Design Space features a library of fonts, colors, and images for use in projects.
Visit: cricut.com/setup