How to Setup Cricut Explore Air 2: Easy Steps for Beginners

Hi, I’m Bella, a Cricut expert and DIY enthusiast. Do you want to setup Cricut Explore Air 2 on your device? Well, it’s an easy process, and you can do it in minutes. However, as a beginner, it may not seem a smooth task for you. That’s why I’m here to share the full procedure for setting up your crafting machine.

Cricut produces many machines, and I like all of them. Also, I have tried almost every machine. However, there are certain reasons for me to stick with the Explore Air 2 model. Do you want to know? It has all the great features that make my work easier and provide me with a full space of comfort.

So, without wasting a second, let’s understand how to setup a cutting machine on your device.

Step 1: Unboxing Your Cricut Explore Air 2

To setup Cricut Explore Air 2, you will need to unbox your machine in the first step. Moreover, you should check all the important accessories inside your machine’s box. If you find anything missing in the box, you must contact your manufacturer.

Step 2: Verify Your System Requirements for Setting up Your Machine

Your machine needs certain system requirements to connect to your device. In this guide, I’ll only talk about the computer device, so let’s check the system requirements for that.

• Operating system - Windows 10 or latest
• Connectivity - USB and Bluetooth
• Resolution - 1024 x 768 px
• CPU - Intel Dual Core/ AMD processor
• RAM - 4GB
• Disk space- 2GB

When you check all these minimum requirements on your computer, you can proceed with the other steps for setting up your machine.

Step 3: Download Cricut Design Space Software

You know that the machine runs with built-in software called Design Space. Hence, you need to download this software on your computer. Let’s check how to do it.

1. Initially, you should navigate to your computer device.
2. Then, you’ll observe a Windows icon on your computer’s desktop at the taskbar. You need to click on it.
3. Now, open the Google Chrome browser.
4. Once you’re on your internet browser, navigate to design.cricut.com and hit enter.
5. After that, you should head to Cricut’s official website to download the Design Space app.
6. Hit the Download option to get the software.
7. Moving forward, save your file; by default, it’ll be saved under the Downloads folder.
8. In the next step, move to your Downloads folder and double-click on your file.
9. Next, allow the installation to run.
10. Finally, continue with the on-screen instructions.

Step 4: Sign in to Cricut Software or Create a New Account

Once you complete the installation of your software, you must sign in to your Cricut account (only if you’re an existing Cricut user). Moreover, if you are a beginner, you should create a new account. Let’s see how to create one.

1. To start, navigate to Cricut’s official website, cricut.com/setup.
2. Then, click on the Get Started button.
3. Now, put your first and last name and your email address.
4. After that, you must select your country or region.
5. Next, you must carefully read the terms of use and privacy policy.
6. Now, tick the checkbox and hit the Create User ID option.

7. Finally, you’ll get an Updated Policies pop-up window.
8. You must hit the Accept button to proceed.

Step 5: Setup Cricut on Your Computer

Finally, you reach the most important step. Here, you need to setup your brand-new machine on your desktop computer. Check out the steps for it.

Method 1: With a USB Cable

If you are wondering how to connect Cricut Explore Air 2 to computer, you have two main methods - USB and Bluetooth. We will discuss both steps separately. Check the steps below.

1. First of all, switch on your PC as well as your machine.
2. Then, you must connect your USB’s one end to your PC’s USB port.
3. Now, connect the other end to your machine.
4. Finally, your devices are connected to each other, and you’re ready to take a test cut.

Method 2: Via Bluetooth

This is the second method for connecting your machine to your desktop computer. Check out the steps for it below.

1. To get started, turn on your cutting machine.
2. Then, keep your machine at least 10-15 feet away from your PC.
3. Now, launch the Settings option on your desktop screen.
4. After that, choose the Devices option.

5. Next, check if the Bluetooth option is ON. If not, you should turn it ON.
6. Moving forward, hit on the Add Bluetooth or other device option.

7. In the next step, you will observe a pop-up to add your device and click on the Bluetooth option.
8. Now, let the PC find your machine model.
9. Finally, your devices will get paired with each other.

So, that’s it for the connection methods. When the connection is done, hit the Continue button. You must check the other steps to completely setup Cricut Explore Air 2.

Step 6: Check the Latest Updates for Your Machine

After you click the Continue button, your machine will start updating. You need to hit the Update button to run the process. When your machine is updated, you can click on the Next option to move forward.

Conclusion

Finally, you know how to setup Cricut Explore Air 2 on your device. The process is lengthy, but you will have to make a little effort while setting up your latest machine. You have also learned how to connect your machine to your PC via USB and Bluetooth. Don’t forget to check everything inside the machine’s box before jumping to the final setup procedure. In addition, the Design Space software also has a great role in setting up your crafting machine. So, I have mentioned everything about the machine setup. Now, it’s your turn to setup your machine.

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