This blog will explain how to pair Cricut to phone (Android/ iOS). We will discuss the common problems faced while pairing Cricut Explore 2 with Bluetooth with their resolutions. Nowadays, pairing a Cricut machine with Bluetooth is a straightforward process since it comes with an inbuilt Bluetooth and doesn’t require any external adapter for connecting to Bluetooth. In this blog, we will guide you on how to pair new Cricut machines that come with inbuilt Bluetooth and old Cricut machines that run on wireless adapters.
How To Pair Cricut To Phone [For iOS]
Follow the following steps to connect your iOS device to your Cricut machine:
- First, please ensure your Cricut machine is powered on and your mobile phone is within 10-15 feet of range. And if you’re using the previous generation models like Cricut Explore or Cricut Explore One, please ensure that the Wireless Bluetooth Adapter is working.
- On your iOS device, go to Settings, then go to Settings.
- If your Bluetooth is turned off, tap on the Bluetooth icon to turn on the Bluetooth.
- From the list, select the Bluetooth module name from the list.
- A dialogue box will be prompted, asking for the Pin; type “0000” to pair.
- Congratulations, your pairing is complete. Now you can use Design Space in your phone and give the commands via your phone.
How To Pair Cricut To Phone [For Android]
Follow the following steps to prepare to pair your Android phone with our Cricut machine:
- First of all, please ensure that your Cricut machine is powered on and within 10-15 feet of your mobile device. And if you’re using old Cricut machines like Cricut Explore or Cricut Explore One, make sure that Wireless Bluetooth Adapter is working.
- Go to Settings on your Android device, then click on Bluetooth.
- If your Bluetooth is turned off, then tap on the “On” toggle to turn the Bluetooth on.
- Select your Bluetooth module name from the list of device names, and click on “connect” to pair the device.
- A dialogue box will be prompted asking you for the PIN, type your PIN as “0000”, and click on “OK.”
- Finally, your Android phone is paired with your Cricut machine.
How to Fix the Cricut Not Connecting to Phone Error?
If your phone is not able to pair with your Cricut machine, you should try rebooting your Cricut machine and your phone. If, after rebooting the device, they are still not able to connect, you should try connecting your device via a USB connection.
Conclusion
In this blog, we have explained to you how to pair Cricut to a phone. We hope you found this blog helpful and that this blog solved all your queries. If you’re facing difficulty connecting your Cricut machine with your device, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How To Connect A Cricut Machine To A Phone?
Follow the following steps to connect your phone [iOS & Android] with the Cricut:
- First of all, turn on your Cricut machine.
- After that, pair your Android/iOS device with your Cricut machine using Bluetooth.
- Download the Cricut Design Space app on your phone from the official website of Cricut.
- Open the app once you have downloaded it, enter the details, or create a Cricut ID in the Design Space app.
- Click on the menu and click on machine setup.
- Select the Cricut machine model you’re using by following the on-screen instructions.
- Your setup will be completed once you are prompted on the screen to do a test cut.
What Is The Reason Cricut Machine Won’t Sync On My Phone?
You have to ensure that your Cricut machine is powered on and your phone is located 10-15 feet from your Cricut machine. But if you’re older versions of Cricut models like Cricut Explore or Cricut Explore One, ensure that your Cricut machine is installed with the Wireless Adapter and your mobile phone is paired with the same Bluetooth device.
Where Will I Find The Cricut Pairing Code?
Go to the devices, then ensure that that device’s Bluetooth is powered on. After that, click on “Add Bluetooth” or “Other Device.” Click on the Bluetooth option, then select your Cricut machine from the list. You will get a screen asking for the PIN; type your PIN as ”0000” and then click on “Pair.”
How Do I Hard Reset My Cricut Machine?
Go to the settings in your device, then go to the Bluetooth settings. Select your Cricut machine Bluetooth name from the list of Bluetooth devices. Click on the connect button, and the Cricut machine will be connected to your device.
