How to Update Cricut Firmware?

Firmware is essential for Cricut machines, which ensures optimal performance and communication with your mobile device or computer. Once you have set up your crafting machine and downloaded the Design Space software, the next step is to update the firmware. The update integrates new features and performance improvements. You’ll generally receive an alert when a firmware update is required, either during the initial machine setup or while working on a project.

Performing a Cricut firmware update​ is a simple process if you follow the correct steps. Let’s explore this further.

Common Challenges When Updating Cricut Firmware

Users may face certain issues while trying to update the Cricut firmware, such as

  • Update freezing or getting stuck.
  • Firmware update fails repeatedly.
  • Design Space is not prompting for an update
  • Power interruption during the update

The Process to Update Cricut Firmware

It may be confusing to update the Cricut firmware. Here are the ideal steps to do the same:

Step 1: Power on your Cricut machine.

Power on your Cricut machine

Step 2: Open Design Space on your desktop or laptop.

Step 3: Go to the Menu button on the top left.

Go to the Menu button

Step 4: Select the “Update Firmware” option.

Update Firmware

Step 5: Select your Cricut model from the list that appears.

Select your Cricut model

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Step 6: Click on Update.

Click on Update

Step 7: Wait for a few minutes for the update to complete.

Wait for a few minutes for the update

Step 8: Once completed, click Continue.

Once completed

Step 9: The Cricut machine will automatically turn off and back on once the update is complete.

Cricut machine will automatically turn off

To Sum Up

By now, you should have a clear understanding of how to update Cricut firmware. Remember, while you are about to start with the firmware update, check that the cutting machine is properly connected to your system via USB or Bluetooth. Follow the above steps carefully to ensure a successful update. If the firmware update fails or doesn’t complete, reopen Design Space and start the update again.