How to Use Print Then Cut Printables in Cricut Explore Design Space

This tutorial explains how to upload, resize, and print multiple printable PNG files using Cricut Explore Design Space.

There are three simple steps: upload your printable, adjust the size correctly, and then print and cut.

Launch Cricut Design Space and click New Project.

STEP 1 – Upload the Printable

Click the Upload button on the left panel.

Click Upload Image.

Click Browse and locate your printable PNG file.

Select your file and click Open.

Many printables include two or more files. This is because Cricut’s maximum Print Then Cut size is 6.75" x 9.25". Larger projects may require two or more mats.

Select Complex and click Continue.

Click Apply and Continue.

Select Print Then Cut Image and click Upload.

Select the uploaded file from Recent Uploads and click Add to Canvas.

Step 1 is complete.

STEP 2 – Adjust the Size

Print Then Cut printables include exact dimensions. You must enter these manually for accurate cutting.

In the Size section, enter the correct Width and Height.

Example dimensions for the turkey box printable:

Width: 4.916"
Height: 6.501"

Step 2 is complete.

STEP 3 – Print Then Cut

Click Make It in the top right corner.

Confirm the material size is set to 8.5 x 11 inches. Click Continue, print your page, then place it on your Cricut mat and allow the machine to cut your printables.

Step 3 is complete.