What's the Newest Cricut Maker? [Features, Tools & Setup] 

Did you freshly include the newest Cricut Maker in your collection? If your answer is Yes, then you've made a fair decision in buying the machine. Every individual will agree that they are proposed with different types of cutting machines; however, one of the craft plotters who has gained the crafter's trust is Cricut Maker. It's self-evident that the Maker cutter is one of the most powerful cutting machines holding the potential to create everything, whether it's paper crafts or sewing crafts.

Moreover, before starting the designing process, every individual needs to download the Design Space software on their individual devices. It provides all the facilities using which the crafter will be able to create the design for the craft. To make the correct use of the Maker machine, let's start by starting from the basics.

What are the Features of the Cricut Maker Machine?

To get the same craft from this newest Cricut Maker, it's relevant to know about the common features that the user will come across while using the machine:

The machine can cut approximately 300+ materials with its various blades and comes with 13 different kinds of tools that can cut, write, score, foil, deboss, engrave and many more. Apart from that, it can wirelessly get connected with other devices via Bluetooth and transfer the file from a desktop or smartphone to Cricut during the cutting process. Further, an additional dock is already installed to hold onto the tablet/smartphone and charge the devices using the USB port.

What are Newest Cricut Maker Tools?

Along with the smart cutting machine, a variety of tools & accessories will be provided to the users. The contribution of every tool will be important as it'll help the DIYer in forming the project as per their choice. The list of essential tools is as follows:

• Pen Set, Metallic (5 ct.).

• Premium Fine-Point Replacement Blade (10 ct.).

• Premium Fine-Point Replacement Blade (5 ct.).

• Glitter Gel Pen Set, Fiesta (5 ct).

• Gel Pen Set, Fingerpaint ( 5 ct).

• Knife Blade + Drive Housing.

• StandardGrip Machine Mat, 12” x 12” (2 ct).

• Engraving Tip + QuickSwap Housing.

• Machine Mat Variety Pack, 12" x 24" (3 ct).

• Foil Transfer Kit.

Besides learning about some of the foremost the newest Cricut Maker and their role, we've now come closer to the most important section, i.e., setup. Although, the users need to read the forthcoming section to collect details about the process.

How to Setup Cricut Maker on a Computer?

Continuing the blog, we'll now be sharing the details via which the setup process will take place on Windows/Mac:

1. Commence the setup process by plugging the machine and switching it on.

2. Once the machine is open, connect it to your respective system via Bluetooth/USB cable.

3. After completing the above-said steps, download Cricut software for your PC.

4. Sign in or create the account by following the on-screen instructions and setting up the machine.

5. At last, you'll get to know about the successful setup process when called for a test cut.

Apart from setting up the craft plotter with a desktop, you'll be coming across the setup process with mobile devices.

How to Setup Cricut Maker on Mobile Devices?

In contrast with the Windows/Mac setup process, follow the steps given below to learn about the stages via which you can complete the newest Cricut Maker setup process:

1. First, plug the Maker machine inside the wall power socket and power it up.

2. Second, enable your device Bluetooth & pair it up with a cutting machine.

3. Third, install the Design Space app, launch it, sign in or create your ID.

4. Now, choose the New Machine Setup given under the Menu section.

5. Next, you need to select the Machine model and complete the setup process.

6. At last, you will be called for a test cut when the setup process comes to an end.

How to Pair Cricut Maker on Windows/Mac via Bluetooth?

Followed by setting up this Maker cutting machine with a desktop/smartphone, and pairing it wirelessly with a desktop is essential. However, you need to finish the pairing process with the steps given below:

1. Ensure that your Cricut machine is switched on and within 10-15 feet range from the desktop.

2. After that, enable the machine's Bluetooth by shifting the Bluetooth cursor to the right side.

Mac:

Windows:

• After this, wait a few minutes and tick the machine name visible under the Add a Device section.

• Inside the specific blank space, type the PIN, i.e., 0000 and select the Continue box.

Windows:

Mac: 

• Once you complete these steps, the pairing process of Cricut with Desktop will successfully come to an end.

How to Pair Cricut Maker on Android/iOS via Bluetooth?

On the other hand, the users also get the golden chance of wirelessly pairing up the Maker with a smartphone by following the steps mentioned in the section below:

1. In the opening stage of the pairing process, you've to ensure that the machine is switched on within 10-15 feet range of the smartphone.

2. Open the Bluetooth by opening the Settings tab.

Android:

iOS:

• In case the Bluetooth isn't on, then tap it, and it'll automatically get open.

• Under the Available Devices column, search for your Machine model and press it.

Android:

iOS:

• If prompted, write down PIN number 0000 and press the Pair box.

• After completing all the above-said steps, your pairing process will get completed.

• You can now start designing the project on the Design Space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What are the Materials that the Cricut Maker Can cut?

Answer: The newest Cricut Maker can cut up to 300+ materials which include: paper crafts, iron-on, vinyl decals, sewing projects, leather crafts & balsa woods. However, the time period that the machine will take while cutting down the material will depend upon the type of material and the sharpness of the blade. Other than that, it also depends upon the type of blade that has been inserted inside the machine.

Question: What are the Accessories that Come Along with the Cricut Maker?

Answer: All the users will be provided with a bunch of accessories along with the cutter. The list of the total number of accessories that the user will come across while opening the box includes:

• USB cable.

• Welcome Book.

• Perforation Blade, Basic.

• Debossing Tip, Fine.

• Wavy Blade.

• LightGrip Machine Mat, 12” x 12” (2 ct).

• Rotary Blade + Drive Housing.

• Scoring Wheel Tip.

Question: Does Cricut Has Released Any Latest Version Of Maker?

Answer: Cricut has recently released Maker 3, which can cut more than 300+ materials from lightest to heaviest material. Maker 3 has the ability to cut up to 12 ft (3.6 m) of Smart Materials without any cutting mat. Other than that, the machine sensors measure the material length before starting the cutting process. As it can cut even thicker materials, it becomes a top priority for designing 3D projects.

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