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System Requirements - Design Space

Edited: September 30, 2024

Design Space is the free software used with Cricut smart cutting machines. It is available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Here are the current minimum system requirements for the application.

Important: Design Space is not supported on Chromebooks, or Unix / Linux Computers.

Note: Requirements may change over time. Features and functionality may vary between computers, tablets, and smartphones. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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  • Windows® 10 or later*
  • CPU: Intel™ Dual-Core or equivalent AMD® processor
  • RAM: 4GB
  • 2 GB free disk space
  • An available USB port or Bluetooth® connection
  • Display: Minimum 1024px x 768px screen resolution
  • Broadband connection
    • Minimum 2 – 3 Mbps Download
    • Minimum 1 – 2 Mbps Upload
  • Standard data rates may apply 
  • Available for Design Space for Desktop 
  • Memory needs will vary based on usage 

*Based on Microsoft OS support

Note: Some features are not supported with minimum system requirements. Higher system specs, such as Windows 10 64-bit, are required. Visit this article for instructions from Microsoft on how to upgrade Windows.

Important: If your system is still running Windows 7 or Windows 8, your operating system is no longer supported. Visit this article (Windows 7) or this article (Windows 8) for instructions from Microsoft on how to upgrade.

Windows systems running in S Mode are not supported at this time. Visit support.microsoft.com for more information.

 

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  • macOS 11 or later* 
  • CPU 1.83 GHz
  • RAM: 4GB
  • 2 GB free disk space
  • An available USB port or Bluetooth® connection
  • Display: Minimum 1024px x 768px screen resolution
  • Broadband connection
    • Minimum 2 – 3 Mbps Download
    • Minimum 1 – 2 Mbps Upload
  • Standard data rates may apply 
  • Available for Design Space for Desktop 
  • Memory needs will vary based on usage 

*Based on Apple OS support

Note: Some features are not supported with minimum system requirements. Higher system specs may be required. Visit this article for instructions from Apple on how to update your macOS.

Important: If your computer is running an unsupported macOS, visit this article for instructions from Apple on how to upgrade.

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  • iOS 15 or later
  • View list of devices below
  • Broadband connection
    • Minimum 2 – 3 Mbps Download
    • Minimum 1 – 2 Mbps Upload
  • Standard data rates may apply 
  • Available for iOS devices
  • Memory needs will vary based on usage 

 

Devices

Select a link below for a list of Apple devices compatible with supported operating systems.

  iPhone iPad
Devices compatible with:  iOS 17 iPadOS 17
iOS 16 iPadOS 16
iOS 15 iPadOS 15

 

Note: iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Note: For help updating, see Update your iPhone or iPad from Apple's website.

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  • Android 10.0 or higher
  • Mobile devices and tablets only
  • Chromebooks not supported
  • Qualified devices
    • Samsung: Galaxy S, Galaxy Note, Galaxy Tab A, Galaxy Tab S series
    • Google: Pixel series
    • LG: G, K, or V series
    • Motorola: Droid G, Z, E, Turbo or Moto series
    • One Plus
  • Performance varies by chipset, processor speed, and manufacturer
  • Broadband connection
    • Minimum 2 – 3 Mbps Download
    • Minimum 1 – 2 Mbps Upload
  • Standard data rates may apply 
  • Not currently available

 

Note: For help updating, see Check & update your Android version from Android's Help Center. 

How to find and update to the current Design Space version

Cricut recommends using the latest version of Design Space for best results with your Cricut machine. Select a platform below for steps to find your current app version and check for updates. 

Note: The actual version number will change regularly as updates are released, but the process for finding the version you have will remain the same. 

The Design Space version number currently in use may be found by selecting the menu in the upper right, then select Settings > General > About Design Space. 

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In the same area, select Check for updates to see if there is a more current version to install. 

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  1. Open the Cricut Design Space App and sign in.
  2. Open the app menu in the top-left of the screen (shows your initials or profile picture).
  3. Select About and you will see the version number listed there. You may need to close the notification about Cricut Access or scroll down. 

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To check for available app updates:

  1. Open the App Store app on your device. 
  2. Tap your profile icon at the top of the screen. 
  3. Scroll to see pending updates and release notes for the apps installed on your device. Tap Update next to an app to update only that app.
  4. You can also search the App Store for Cricut Design Space, then select it in the list of search results. If an update is available, there will be a button titled Update for you to select and proceed to update the app.  
  1. Open Cricut Design Space App and sign in.
  2. Open the app menu by tapping your initials or profile picture at the top-left of the screen.
  3. Tap on About and the version number will be listed there.

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To check for available app updates:

  1. Open the Google Play Store app. 
  2. At the top right, tap the profile icon. 
  3. Tap Manage apps & device > Manage.
  4. Tap the app you want to update.
    • Tip: Apps with an update available are labeled "Update available." 
  5. Tap Update.
  6. You can also search the Google Play Store for Cricut Design Space, then select it in the list of search results. If an update is available, there will be a button titled Update for you to select and proceed to update the app.

 

 

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