Cricut Joy uses Bluetooth to connect to your compatible iOS device, Android device, or Bluetooth--enabled Windows or Mac computer. Follow the steps below to pair Cricut Joy to your device:
- Ensure Cricut Joy is powered on and within 10-15 feet of your computer.
- Most computers are Bluetooth-enabled. However, to determine whether your computer is Bluetooth-enabled, right click on the Start button and select Device Manager.
- If Bluetooth is listed, your computer is Bluetooth enabled. If not, you will need to purchase a USB device called a Bluetooth Dongle to enable your computer to talk to other Bluetooth devices.
- Close Device Manager.
- Open the Start menu and select Settings.
- Select Bluetooth & Other Devices.
- Ensure that Bluetooth is ON and click Add Bluetooth or other device.
- Select Bluetooth and wait for the computer to detect your Cricut machine. Select your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module name from the list to initiate pairing. The name of your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module is found on the bottom of the machine.
- Cricut Joy is now paired with your Windows computer!
Note: These steps and screenshots are applicable only for Windows 10. If you have a different Windows OS and need help, please contact Member Care using one of the options below.
- Ensure Cricut Joy is powered on and within 10-15 feet of your computer.
- Most computers are Bluetooth-enabled. However, to determine whether your Mac is Bluetooth-enabled, open Apple Menu > System Preferences and look for the Bluetooth option.
- Open the Bluetooth window. If Bluetooth is off, click the button to turn it on. Find your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module name in the list of devices. The name of your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module is found on the bottom of the machine. Then select Pair or Connect.
- Cricut Joy is now paired with your Mac computer!
Note: The Mac computer will not always show "Connected" unless the program is communicating with the machine during a cut.
- Ensure Cricut Joy is powered on and within 10-15 feet of your mobile device.
- Open Settings > Bluetooth.
- If Bluetooth is off, tap it to turn it on.
- Select your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module name from the list to initiate pairing. The name of your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module is found on the bottom of the machine.
- Cricut Joy is now paired with your iOS device!
- Ensure Cricut Joy is powered on and within 10-15 feet of your mobile device.
- Open Settings > Bluetooth.
- If Bluetooth is off, tap it to turn it on.
- Select your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module name from the list to initiate pairing. The name of your Cricut Joy Bluetooth module is found on the bottom of the machine.
- Cricut Joy is now paired with your Android device!
Note: The menu navigation may vary based on your Android device's manufacturer and Android version. Please refer to your Android device manual for more help or contact our Member Care team through one of the options below.
Tip: It is normal for Cricut Joy machines to show up as Audio in the list. If you have multiple Cricut machines, you can identify the one you want to pair using its device code. This can be found on the bottom of the machine.
