FAQ
Learn answers to some frequently asked questions about Design Space.
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Using Design Space
Learn to navigate Design Space and use tools to create one-of-kind projects! Select a link below for instructions, tips, and tricks.
Canvas Overview
Canvas is where your projects are designed. Learn about all of the icons and tools around the Canvas.
Machine selection
Ensure you've selected your machine model to access only those options that are compatible with your machine.
Edit Bar
Access features such as Linetype, Color palette, Alignment, etc. for editing images and text.
Layers Panel
Familiarize yourself with options for working with your image layers, such as Group/Ungroup, Slice, Weld, Attach, and Contour.
Color Sync Panel
Drag and drop to match layer colors.
Selecting Linetype
Linetype tells your machine how to interact with your materials. Learn how to tell Cricut Joy to Draw or Cut.
Curving Text
How to use Curve to bend your text into a circular shape.
Using Fonts
Personalize your projects with text! Learn how to add text, select fonts, and more.
Using Images
Learn how to search, filter, and insert images onto your Canvas.
Using Ready-to-Make Projects
Learn how to search, filter, and use these projects that are pre-designed by professional artists.
Uploading Images into Design Space
Cut what you want by uploading your own files into Design Space.
Slice Tool
Cut a shape out of an image or cut a larger design down to size with Slice.
Weld Tool
Customize shapes or join letters to cut as a single piece with Weld.
Attach Tool
Fasten Draw layers to Cut layers or lock your design placement with Attach.
Contour Tool
Hide unwanted cut paths of an image with Contour.
Project Preview Screen
This final step before sending your project to your machine allows you to choose your load type, material size, mirror mats, and more.
Changing Mat Size
Shows you how to adjust your mat or material size.
Mirroring Mats
Before you cut Iron-On or Infusible Ink transfer sheets, mirror your mats so your design will be properly oriented after application.
Move and Hide on Project Preview
Move images between mats or materials or hide images without having to return to the Canvas.
How to choose material settings
We've pre-programmed a long list of material cut settings in Design Space. Learn how to choose the right cut setting for your material.
How to use or create a Custom material setting
Want to cut something that's not on the list? Learn how to create your own material cut setting.