Using Print then Cut in Cricut: Step-by-Step Guide

Issue: How do I utilize the Print then Cut feature in Cricut design projects? 

Resolution:

We're here to provide you with a comprehensive step-by-step guide to help you navigate through the Print then Cut process. The Print then Cut feature is a powerful tool that allows you to create intricate designs that involve printing images and then cutting them precisely using your Cricut cutting machine. Here's how to utilize this feature: 

1. Upload and Select the Image:

• Begin by clicking the "Upload" button on the left side of your canvas page. Select the "Upload Image" option.
• Click the green "Browse" button to locate the image file you want to work with. Once located, click "Open."

2. Choose Image Complexity:

• After selecting your file, a new page will appear where you can choose the complexity of your design, ranging from "Simple" to "Complex." Carefully read each description and select the appropriate complexity. Click "Continue."

3. Clean Up the Image:

• On the cleanup page, you can utilize various tools in the upper left-hand corner to clean up your image if necessary. These tools include the remover, erase, and crop tools. Use these tools to refine your design and remove any unwanted elements. Click "Continue" when satisfied.

4. Finalize and Upload:

• On the final page, select the "Print then Cut" image type and provide a descriptive title for your image. This will help you find it easily in the future. Click the "Upload" button on the lower right-hand corner to complete the upload process.

5. Prepare the Design:

• Insert the uploaded image onto the canvas page by selecting it from recent uploads and clicking "Insert." You can resize the image and add additional items as needed. Resize by selecting the image and using the resizing handles in the lower right corner.

6. Preview and Print:

• Click the "Make It" button on the upper right-hand corner of the canvas screen to proceed.
• Review the print and cut project preview on the mat. If everything appears satisfactory, click "Continue."
• Ensure that you mirror your image when working with iron-on material.
• Click "Send To Printer" to adjust print settings. Select your printer, adjust copies if needed, and enable bleed. Load your printer with the appropriate printing material and click "Print."

7. Cutting Process:

• Once printing is complete, place the printed material on a Cricut cutting mat.
• Set your desired cut settings for the project.
• Follow the prompts within the program to initiate the cutting process using your Cricut cutting machine.

We hope this comprehensive guide assists you in effectively utilizing the Print then Cut feature in your Cricut design projects. If you encounter any further questions or require additional assistance, please do not hesitate to submit a support ticket here.