How to Reset Cricut Maker 4? (Tutorial Steps)

Is your Cricut Maker 4 not behaving the way it used to recently? Maybe it’s freezing, not cutting right, or just won’t connect to your computer or phone. Before you panic or assume it’s broken, you should know that most Cricut issues can be fixed with a simple reset.

Resetting the Cricut Maker 4 gives it a fresh start, the same way we restart our phones when they start lagging or freezing. It clears small errors, deletes background tasks taking up space, and gets things running smoothly again.

In this blog, we’ll learn “How to Reset Cricut Maker 4“. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

Types of Resets in Cricut Maker 4?

When you reset your Maker 4 machine, you basically refresh its memory and settings. But there are three different types of resets you can do on this machine.

1. Soft reset: It restarts your machine, clearing small bugs and freezes.

2. Bluetooth or connection reset: This reset is helpful when the Maker 4 fails to connect to your computer or mobile device.

3. Factory reset: This type of reset completely resets the machine to its original settings. You should only use this as the last option.

When to Reset Your Cricut Maker 4?

You should only reset your Cricut Maker 4 when it’s not working fine. Here are the scenarios where it’s perfectly applicable to use the reset option.

1. Your Cricut Maker 4 won’t turn on or is stuck on the loading screen.

2. It’s connected, but the cutting command doesn’t start.

3. The Bluetooth connection keeps dropping or isn’t showing up.

4. The machine isn’t responding to button presses.

5. Your cuts are off, or the blade keeps stopping mid-cut.

6. The software (Cricut Design Space) says “Machine not found.”

7. You just installed an update, and the machine is acting weird afterward.

If any of these are true for your Cricut Maker 4, a quick reset can save you from a lot of frustration.

Method 1: Soft Reset (Quick Restart)

This is the easiest and safest reset to try first. It simply restarts the machine and clears temporary bugs.

1. Press the Power button and wait for the light to go off.

2. Remove the power cord from the back of the machine.

3. This gives the machine time to discharge any stored power and clear its temporary memory.

4. Reconnect the power cord and press the Power button to turn on the machine.

Method 2: Bluetooth or Connection Reset

If your Cricut Maker 4 is having trouble connecting to your computer, tablet, or phone, even after restarting, the Bluetooth connection might just need a reset.

Note: Always make sure the machine is within 10–15 feet of your device when pairing.

For Windows

1. Press the Windows key, type Bluetooth, and select the “Bluetooth & other devices settings” option.

2. Under paired devices, find your Maker 4 and remove or forget it from the list.

3. Once removed, restart the computer.

4. Then, go to the “Bluetooth & other devices settings” option again.

5. Click Add Device > Bluetooth > Cricut Maker 4.

For Mac

1. Go to the Apple menu > System Settings > Bluetooth.

2. Find your Cricut Maker 4 on the list.

3. Click the small “x” or Remove next to it.

4. Restart your Mac.

5. Again, go to Apple menu > System Settings > Bluetooth and re-pair the Cricut Maker 4 by clicking Connect when it reappears.

Method 3: Factory Reset

If your Cricut Maker 4 still isn’t working after the soft and Bluetooth resets, maybe it’s stuck, not responding, or acting completely out of sync. Now, you should do a factory reset.

This will restore all settings to the way they were when you first got the machine. It won’t delete your projects from Cricut Design Space, but it will remove custom material settings and Bluetooth pairings.

1. Hold the Power button until all lights go off to turn off the machine.

2. Press and hold the Load/Unload, Pause, and Power buttons together for 10-15 seconds.

3. You’ll notice the machine’s lights blink; that means the reset process has started. Now the machine will restart on its own.

4. Open Cricut Design Space on your computer or mobile device and pair your Cricut Maker 4 again using Bluetooth or USB.

What Happens After You Factory Reset Cricut Maker 4?

After the reset, your machine goes back to its default state, like it’s brand new out of the box.

Here’s what you might notice:

1. All your custom settings (pressure, speed, material tweaks) will be gone.

2. Bluetooth will need to be paired again.

3. Any small software hiccups should now be gone.

4. The machine might ask you to update the firmware once you reconnect it to ‘Cricut Design Space‘.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Will Resetting My Cricut Maker 4 Delete My Projects or Designs?

No, resetting your Cricut Maker 4 doesn’t delete any of your projects. All your saved designs and files stay stored in Cricut Design Space or your account. A factory reset only removes Bluetooth pairings and custom settings on the machine, not your design files.

What Happens When I Reset My Cricut Maker 4?

When you reset your Cricut Maker 4, it clears temporary glitches and refreshes the system. A soft reset only restarts the machine, while a factory reset restores all default settings. Your saved projects in Cricut Design Space remain safe and won’t be deleted.

How Do I know if My Cricut Maker 4 Needs a Factory Reset?

You should try a factory reset only if your machine keeps freezing, cutting incorrectly, or not responding after trying a soft reset or Bluetooth reset. A factory reset restores the machine to its original factory settings and usually fixes stubborn hardware or software errors.

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