A Complete Guide to Cricut Explore 3 Setup on Windows
The Cricut Explore 3, the latest model from Cricut, is the best cutting machine out there. Cricut has made the new machine better than the previous model. The Explore 3 is faster and more efficient, can deliver cuttings in less time, and assist you with your DIY projects. In simple words, Cricut Explore 3 has 2X faster speed than Explore Air 2. In addition, it allows you to cut over 100 materials. It has various tools that can help you make your craft projects stand out. But before you can use all these features, you must perform Cricut Explore 3 setup. It is important to start making unique designs and amazing projects.
Setup involves connecting your machine to a compatible device. You can use any device you like except a Chromebook. After that, download Cricut Design Space and use its features to create whatever you want. This blog has the complete process of setting up the Cricut Explore 3 machine.
What is a Cricut Explore 3?
The Cricut Explore 3 is a cutting machine that allows crafters to bring their creative ideas to life. It offers precise and versatile cutting capabilities, enabling users to cut various materials like vinyl, cardstock, fabric, and more. With its software, users can create unique designs and custom projects, from decals and cards to intricate paper crafts. The Cricut Explore 3 is a powerful tool for beginners and professional crafters, offering endless possibilities for creative expression.
Cricut Explore 3: Inside the Box
The Cricut delivers Explore 3 with all the necessary accessories. However, not everything you will get, but basic things will be there. So, if you want something extra, you can purchase that separately. But the basic accessories are given below.
- Brand new Cricut Explore 3
- A welcome card
- USB cable
- Fine point blade (premium) + housing
- Power adapter
- A 30-day free trial subscription [for beginners]
- Pre-made online projects
- Sample materials for practice
They all are essential for the Explore 3 setup. If you don’t get any of these, contact your vendor. Although, accessories depend on the type of bundle you choose.
How to Perform Cricut Explore 3 Setup on Windows?
You can connect your machine to a device when you have your Cricut Explore 3 and all the accessories. Choose either a desktop or a mobile device. Then, download and install Design Space on the device. In the case of a mobile device, you can download the Design app.
The download won’t take much time and can be done in minutes. The software provides many designs and fonts to help you make the projects. So, let’s move to set up the machine.
Step 1: Get the Cricut Design Space
You can get the Design Space from Cricut’s official website. It is a simple process and takes a few minutes. We are emphasizing the setup process for Windows.
- Move to Cricut’s official website using your internet browser.
- Next, tap the Download button and download the Design Space software.
- The downloaded file will be saved in the Downloads folder.
- Navigate to your Downloads folder and double-click the file.
- After that, go ahead with all the on-screen directions.
- Then, open the software program and supply your Cricut account details to log in.
- If you are a new user, tap on Create a new Cricut ID.
- After that, you have to pick your Cricut model.
- Now, continue updating the latest firmware on your system.
- At last, you can choose to take the subscription to Cricut Access as a free trial.
This is how you can get the Design Space software on your desktop, like Windows or Mac. If you want to get this software on your mobile devices, download this app using App Store or Google Play Store.
Step 2: Setup Cricut Explore 3
The setup of Cricut Explore 3 includes a few steps. Downloading and installing the Design Space was one of the steps in the machine’s setup. The setup starts with unboxing your Explore 3.
- Unbox your Cricut Explore 3 machine and take off the protective coverings and tapes.
- Then, ensure the machine’s box has all the required accessories, such as cables, power cords, or an instruction manual.
- Now, you have to connect the Explore 3 to a power source. Then, turn it on.
- After that, use either Bluetooth or USB cable to connect the machine to a device.
- Head to cricut.com/setup and follow on-screen directions.
- Your screen will guide you enough to complete the setup.
- Press the Download and install the Design Space software using the mentioned steps.
- Now, you can use Cricut login details to log in to the account.
- After that, the new users can create a new Cricut ID.
- A 30-day subscription to Cricut Access is also available for you.
These were the steps for Cricut Explore 3 setup. Now, you can use the Design Space to create anything you want. The new users can set up a new Cricut machine. After that, you are free to make crafts.
Conclusion
Cricut Explore 3 setup is so easy to perform. You can set it up by visiting the official website of Cricut. There you will get the option to download Design Space. You can easily download it by pressing that button. The Explore 3 machine is great for its cutting capacity and high efficiency. This machine is more advanced than its previous model. You can feel the difference between Explore Air 2 and Explore 3 as the Explore 3 machine has expanded its features, which people are liking. So, let's get started with your Cricut Explore 3 and complete its setup.