Cricut Explore Air 2 - User Manual

How do I set up my Cricut Explore or Cricut
Maker machine?
Completing machine setup automatically registers the machine to your account. To set up your
Cricut Explore, Explore One, Explore Air, Explore Air 2, or Cricut Maker machine, follow these
steps:
 Windows/Mac
1. Plug in the machine and power it on.
2. Connect the machine to your computer with the USB cord or pair it via Bluetooth.
3. Go to design.cricut.com/setup in your browser.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in or create your Cricut ID.
5. Download and install the Design Space plugin when prompted (help article).
6. You will know the setup is complete when you are prompted to make your first project.
7. iOS/Android
1. Plug in the machine and power it on.
2. Pair your Android or iOS device with Cricut machine via Bluetooth.
3. Download and install the Design Space app (help article).
4. Launch the app, then sign in or create a Cricut ID.
5. Tap the menu and select Machine Setup & App Overview.
6. Select New Machine Setup.
7. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete setup.
8. You will know the setup is complete when you are prompted to make your first project.
How do I pair my Cricut Explore or Cricut
Maker machine via Bluetooth?
You can cut wirelessly using Cricut Maker and Cricut Explore machines via Bluetooth. Follow
the steps below to pair them with your computer or mobile device:
Note: Cricut Explore and Cricut Explore One require a Wireless Bluetooth Adapter to cut
wirelessly.
 Windows
 Mac
 iOS
 Android

Summary

Cricut Machine Setup

Setup for Windows and Mac

Steps to set up your Cricut machine on Windows or Mac computers.

Setup for iOS and Android

Steps to set up your Cricut machine on iOS or Android devices.

Cricut Bluetooth Pairing

Pairing Cricut with Windows

Connect your Cricut machine to a Windows PC via Bluetooth.

Pairing Cricut with Mac

Connect your Cricut machine to a Mac computer via Bluetooth.

Pairing Cricut with iOS

Connect your Cricut machine to an iOS device via Bluetooth.

Pairing Cricut with Android

Connect your Cricut machine to an Android device via Bluetooth.

Cricut Explore Air 2 Specifications

General

Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB
Software	Cricut Design Space
Cutting Length	Up to 24 inches
Software Compatibility	Windows, Mac, iOS, Android
Material Compatibility	Paper, cardstock, vinyl, iron-on, fabric, poster board
Dimensions	24 in x 9.5 in x 9.5 in
Cutting Speed	Up to 2x faster than previous models
Cutting Pressure	Adjustable
Blade Types	Fine-Point Blade, Deep-Point Blade, Bonded-Fabric Blade
Power Supply	AC adapter
Warranty	One-year limited warranty
Cutting Width	Up to 12 inches
Cutting Technology	Blade-based cutting