Cricut Explore Air 2 Setup: Easy Tutorial for Beginners

I can feel your excitement if it is your first time using the Cricut machine for crafting. The process of the Cricut Explore Air 2 setup is straightforward, but it is wise to have the proper knowledge first. Plus, as a new crafter, you can face some problems during the procedure, and that is given. But don’t worry, as I am going to cover all the vital steps to complete the machine setup. With the help of this guide, you will be able to setup your Cricut machine on a Mac and iOS device. Without causing any further delay, let’s jump right into the process!

Cricut Explore Air 2 Setup on Your Mac Computer 

Here are the comprehensive steps that will allow you to setup your Explore machine on a Mac operating system. 

Step 1: Establishing the Bluetooth Connection

1. First and foremost, keep your machine within the 15 feet range of your Mac device. 

2. After that, turn on the printer if it is not on. 

3. Now, move to your Mac desktop and click on the Apple icon to select the System Preferences option. 

4. In the System Preferences window, choose the Bluetooth icon. 

5. After that, click on the Bluetooth toggle to turn it on; it will start searching for all the available Bluetooth devices under its range. 

6. Look for your machine model number in the list and click on the Pair option in front of it. 

7. When you see a prompt to enter the password, click on the 0000, then click on Pair. 

8. Then, the Bluetooth connection process will be complete. 

Moreover, you can use the provided USB cable for the connection if you want to establish a wired connection. 

Step 2: Downloading Cricut Design Space on Mac 

1. Initially, browse the official Cricut web page on your macOS device. 

2. Move to the Apps page and click on the Download option under Design Space for Mac option. (If the Download option is not enabled, then click on the checkbox for the Cricut Terms of Use and Privacy Policy first.)

3. After that, a new screen will appear on the screen, where you can specify how to save the Cricut file after the download. 

4. Once you have selected a folder path, click on the Save option; afterward, the download process will begin. 

5. Wait for the download to complete, and then open the software file from the browser. 

6. In addition, you can also access the selected folder to open the Cricut .dmg file. 

7. Then, drag your Cricut icon to the Applications folder in order to initiate the installation folder. 

8. Now, you can launch the app by double-clicking on the “cricut design space” option in the Applications folder. 

9. While opening the app, a Mac notice may show up on the screen asking if you want to open this app; click on the Open button to move forward. 

10. On the app home page, complete the account login process or create a new account if you are a new user. 

11. Next, select the right option to complete the Explore machine setup. 

12. From the list of options, choose your machine model number. 

13. Here you go! Your machine setup process is complete. 

Cricut Explore Air 2 Setup on Your iOS Device 

The following procedures will guide you through the complete process of Explore machine setup on iPhones and iPads. 

Step 1: Connecting a Cricut Machine via Bluetooth 

1. Before you move to the connection process, ensure the printer is switched on. 

2. If you want to connect the machine to an iPhone/iPad using Bluetooth connectivity, bring both devices within the 10-15 feet range. 

3. Next, tap on the Settings tab from the home screen of your iPhone/iPad. 

4. On the next page, tap on the Bluetooth option and then tap on the toggle to turn on the Bluetooth connection. 

5. Now, the device will start scanning for the Bluetooth devices within its connection range. 

6. Henceforth, look for your machine name from the devices list and then tap on it. 

7. If you see a prompt to enter the password to establish the Bluetooth connection, enter 0000 and then tap on Pair. 

8. The device Bluetooth pairing will now be complete. 

9. Once the Bluetooth connection process is done, you can move to the next setup of the Cricut Explore Air 2 setup. 

Step 2: Installing Cricut Design Space App 

10. Then, go to your iOS device and open the App Store from your home screen. 

11. After that, tap on the search section and type “cricut design space.”

12. From the results, tap on the correct app and then tap on Get to download it. (you might need to enter your iTunes password to verify the download.)

13. Next, the download process will begin. 

14. After downloading, the app will automatically be added to your home screen.

15. You can open the app from the App Store or from the home screen. 

16. On the app, access your Cricut account by entering your registered ID and password. (You need to create a new ID if you are a new user.)

17. To setup your machine, tap on the Machine Setup option. 

18. Follow the instructions, and the Cricut Explore Air 2 setup process will be complete. 

Final Words

I have covered all the information you should know to setup your Cricut Explore Air 2 machine. With the help of this complete guide, you can easily setup the device on a Mac or iOS device without anyone’s help. However, to avoid any problems during the setup, make sure to check the device compatibility first. Besides that, feel free to ask for additional help if you want more help, or if any problem appears in the setup. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Connect My Cricut Explore Air 2 to My Phone?

Yes, you can connect your Explore Air 2 machine to a phone. The machine works with both Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. You can download the Cricut app on your device and then start using it after connecting both devices through the app. However, before downloading the app to your device, make sure to check if the phone model you have is compatible with the machine. 

Why Is My Cricut Explore Air 2 Not Connecting?

If your Cricut machine is not connecting to a device then it could be the result of some technical glitches. You need to check the system compatibility criteria and check the network connection. Also, ensure that your device OS is updated and both devices are within the connection range. If the problem seems complex, then connect to the brand customer support team to get the solution of this problem. 

Do I Need to Download Software to Setup Cricut Explore Air 2?

Design Space is essential software to setup and use, no matter which cutting machine you are using. Also, without the Cricut app, it is impossible to setup the machine, let alone use it. Therefore, as a Cricut crafter, you need to download the app on a computer or smartphone device. 

Visit here to know more: Cricut.com/setup 

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