Cricut Machine Not Connecting to Computer? Easy Fixes

Make sure your Cricut machine is plugged into a power source and switched on.

Check that your computer has a stable internet connection.

Open Cricut Design Space and sign in to your account.

Confirm that your Cricut machine is compatible with your computer and operating system.

For a USB connection, check both cable ends and try another compatible USB port or data-capable cable.

For Bluetooth, enable Bluetooth on your computer and place the Cricut machine within 10–15 feet.

Remove an old Bluetooth pairing if necessary, then pair the machine again.

Close Cricut Design Space on other devices that may be connected to the same machine.

Unplug the Cricut machine, restart your computer, reconnect the machine to power, and try again.

Update Cricut Design Space to the latest available version.

If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to update your machine's firmware.

Open Design Space and select your machine from the machine picker to check whether it connects successfully.

If the problem continues, follow the official Cricut connection troubleshooting guide or contact Cricut Member Care.