How to Connect Cricut to MacBook: A Complete Guide

Do you want to connect your Cricut machine to your MacBook? If yes, then this blog will help you understand the connection between Cricut and Macbook. It’s not only about you; almost everyone who is starting with a Cricut machine finds the setup procedure difficult. Therefore, be with me and learn how to connect Cricut to MacBook here.

Before that, you need to understand that Cricut Design Space is an intuitive Cricut software that you need to set up on your device to connect your Cricut product. To get this software, you need to download and install it on your device. Then, you will be ready to set up your Cricut machine for a MacBook.

What Do You Need to Get Started?

To get started with the Cricut connection to MacBook, you need to keep a few things in mind. Look at the steps below to learn the necessary requirements.

• Your macOS version should be the latest, macOS 11 or later.
• Your device should have USB or Bluetooth connectivity.
• Ensure that your PC has a RAM of 4GB and 2GB free disk space.
• Also, ensure that your screen display is at least 1024 x 768.
• You should have an internet connection.

Now, you are ready to start the Cricut setup on your MacBook. Let’s check the steps.

How to Connect Cricut to MacBook?

As you know, Cricut machines are compatible with Windows and Mac computers; you can set it up easily on any of your devices. Here, you’ll learn how to connect it to a Mac device. Look at the steps below.

Step 1: Connect Cricut to a MacBook via Bluetooth

Your first step should be to connect your Cricut to a MacBook using a suitable method. I’m choosing the Bluetooth connection method, which is the best wireless connection.

1. Initially, turn on your Cricut machine and connect it to the power outlet.
2. Then, hit the power button to make it ready for pairing.
3. After that, ensure that your Cricut and MacBook are 10-15 feet apart from each other.
4. Now, head to the Apple menu and select the System Preferences option.

5. In the following step, search for the Bluetooth option on that page.

6. When you see the Bluetooth option, turn it on.
7. Next, pick your Cricut model from the list of available options.
8. Enter “0000” if the screen asks you to enter a PIN.
9. In the last step, select the Pair option to start the pairing process.

Finally, your pairing process will be finished. You have learned one step towards how to connect Cricut to MacBook.

Step 2: Download Cricut Design Space

In the second step of connecting Cricut to a MacBook, you need to download and install the Cricut Design app on your device. Look at the steps given below to install the Cricut software.

1. To start, navigate to Cricut’s official website on an internet browser.
2. Then, search for the Cricut Design Space and hit the Download button when you see it.

3. Also, agree to the terms and conditions and the privacy policy before going ahead.
4. After that, let the download process start, and you may notice slight changes on the screen.
5. Let the software download, and once the download is over, search the folder in the Downloads folder.

6. To start the installation, drag your .dmg file to your Applications folder.

7. By doing this, you will add your Cricut Design app under the Applications folder with an icon.
8. Now, open your app and sign in to your Cricut account.

9. Next, if you are a first-time user, create a new Cricut ID.

Finally, you have learned how to install Cricut Design Space and how to connect Cricut to MacBook. Now, you can start project-making with your amazing Cricut machine. 

FAQs

How Do I Setup Cricut Machine on My Phone?

To set up a Cricut product on a phone, follow these steps.

1. Initially, head to the Play Store/App Store on your respective device.
2. Then, locate the Cricut app.
3. Now, install the app on your mobile.
4. After that, head to the Machine Setup.
5. You need to pair your machine with a mobile device via Bluetooth.

How to Connect Cricut Maker to Mac?

Follow these steps to learn how to connect Cricut to MacBook:

1. First, turn on your Cricut Maker by connecting it to a power supply.
2. Connect your machine to a Mac using a USB or Bluetooth connection.
3. Now, visit Cricut.com/setup on your Mac device.
4. After that, install the Cricut Design Space app.
5. Sign in to your Cricut account using the Cricut ID and password.
6. When the machine asks you for a test cut, your connection has been completed.

Why Am I Unable to Run Cricut Design Space on My Mac?

This problem is common, and everyone might have experienced it. This issue may arise when your app is not updated or there are some issues with the device you’re installing. Hence, if you get such issues, immediately try updating your app. Otherwise, you can also uninstall it and then install it back.