Cricut Design Space Setup Guide for a PC and Mobile Device

Cricut Design Space is free software that provides you access to tons of designs and fonts to make various DIY crafts. This software or application comes with the Cricut machine, which is one of the most popular machines in the market. The software has an intuitive interface that makes the beginner user comfortable. With Design Space, you can easily use or customize a design and cut a wide range of materials, such as vinyl, paper, cardstock, fabric, and more. Beginners may not know how to set this up. Therefore, we will be providing a complete Cricut Design Space setup guide.

The good part is that you can set it up on any operating system (Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android). So, get ready with your device and Cricut machine. You will find every step that you need to do. So now, let's get started!

Why Setup Cricut Design Space?


As we know, Design Space is essential to run the Cricut machine; it needs a proper setup. In short, Design Space allows users to do anything they want with its amazing features. Hence, the Design Space helps unleash your Cricut machine's ultimate potential. It is also important to provide you with precise cutting without hassle. The great thing about Design Space is that it lets you edit your saved projects offline.

Therefore, if you ever run out of internet, this cool feature will save you. Although you need an internet connection to run it, all your saved projects in the cloud can be accessed offline. So it would be great software for all the users who love making DIY crafts. Also, the Design Space will boost your overall work performance while handling a large project.

So, let's move to the actual guide to setting up Design Space on your computer or mobile device. You can setup this software on any device, but a computer would be better than others. This is due to its heavy processor and high memory.

Cricut Design Space Setup Guide for Windows/Mac


Here, you will get everything to setup Design Space on your PC or mobile device. The official website of Cricut has great significance in setting up Design Space. So, first, you have to connect your Cricut machine to your computer via a USB cable and turn them on. Afterward, you must browse Cricut's website to finalize your Design Space. Now, follow the below steps.

If you have a Windows or Mac system, you are ready to install the Design Space on it. The installation will not take much time and will complete within 5 minutes. Start by connecting your Cricut machine to your computer and ensure a stable internet connection. After that, follow the given procedure:

  1. On your computer, locate design.cricut.com/setup on your internet browser.
  2. Now, a screen will open; click the Download option at the top.

  1. Then, select a compatible version of Design Space for your Windows or Mac system.
  2. After that, click the Download button.
  3. Now, your Design Space file will be saved in the Downloads folder.
  4. Navigate to the folder and double-click to extract that file.


  1. Continue with the on-screen directions to install Design Space on your computer.
  2. When the installation is finished, open your Design Space and use Cricut ID details to sign in to your account.


  1. Beginners can create a new account if they don't have one.

  1. Finally, you have successfully installed the Design Space.

Anyone can apply these steps to set up Design Space on their Windows or Mac systems. If you face any difficulty setting up Design Space on your computer, contact Cricut Support Center.

Cricut Design Space Setup Guide for iOS/Android


Cricut Design Space allows users to use it on their mobile devices too. Well, not everyone has a computer, right, so a mobile device will be suitable. You are only required to install the Design Space app.

  1. On your iOS and Android, open the App Store/Google Play Store.
  2. In the search bar, type Cricut Design Space and tap the Search button.
  3. Then, select Design Space from the search results.
  4. Now, click the Install button.


  1. After that, supply your Apple ID or Google account password to continue the installation.
  2. Wait until the Design Space app installs on your device.
  3. Once the app is installed, open the Design Space software.
  4. Then, use your Cricut ID details to sign in to your Cricut account.


  1. Sign in to the Cricut account properly.
  2. Now, you can do anything with your Cricut machine.

So, finally, you installed the Design Space software on your mobile device. However, you must check whether your device version is compatible with Design Space. You can refer to Cricut's instruction manual.

Conclusion


In conclusion, the Cricut Design Space software is a critical factor in the setup of your Cricut machine. The software has various features, including images, fonts, and pre-made designs. Once you can access all its features, make a unique DIY project. Design Space provides a great environment for various designers to explore their ideas and put them onto different materials. Plus, the software allows all operating systems for its installation except Chromebooks. Before starting the Cricut Design Space setup guide, you should consider the minimum system requirements of your operating systems.