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How to Open SVG Files in Cricut Design Space
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Learn how to Open SVG files in Cricut Design Space!
Did you know that you can find cut file designs for your Cricut machine outside of Cricut Access Library? SVG files (short for Scalable Vector Graphics) are a type of vector file that can be used by most cutting programs, including Cricut Design Space.
If you’re new to your Cricut machine, or just new to using SVGs, here’s an easy to follow tutorial that will show you how to open SVG files in Cricut Design Space so you can get busy crafting!
SVG cut files are widely available from many craft bloggers, design marketplaces, and graphic designers, with many even offering free SVG files for Cricut (like yours truly). Using SVG files from around the web opens you up a whole new world of designs that you might not find in the Cricut Library.
Most SVGs will download as a zip file. After downloading, you will need to unzip to use the files inside. (Learn how to download & unzip SVG files).
Then you can head to Design Space. Sign in and click New Project to open up the Canvas.
Click the “Upload” button on the bottom of the right side menu.
On the Upload page, choose “Upload Image”.
Then click the “Browse” button to navigate to where you saved the SVG file on your computer (or drag & drop the file).
Be sure to choose the SVG format file. Some computers may display SVG files using web browser icons (Internet Explorer, Chrome, etc), however they are actually SVG files and should still upload correctly in Design Space.
You can check for the .svg file extension, or look at file type for “SVG Document” or “Scalable Vector Graphic”) and click “Continue”.
On the Upload Image page, you can name the image, and add tags. When you are ready, click “Save”.
The uploaded image will then appear in your “Recently uploaded images” section, where you can click on the thumbnail and choose “Insert Image” to place the design on your Canvas.
The SVG design will now open in your new blank canvas. In the right-hand “Layers” panel, you will see a separate layer for each shape/element in the design.
By default, the design will have all design elements grouped together. You will need to right-click on the design and choose “Ungroup” to work with parts of the design, and their corresponding layers separately.
That’s it! Make any desired changes to the design for the project you are creating, and when you’re ready to cut, click “Make it”.
Now that you know how to open SVG files in Cricut Design Space, take a look at my Creatables shop, which has a growing selection of original cut files -including over 275 Free SVG Files for Cricut Design Space!
Happy Crafting!
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7 thoughts on “How to Open SVG Files in Cricut Design Space”
all I keep getting is the actual script for the file and not the sag file….. I’m using my ipad which I use for cricut design space
Hi there,
Have you tried following along with the instructions in this tutorial which shows how to open SVG files in Design Space on the iPad? Give it a try and let me know if you’re still having trouble!
I’m also having the problem with Cricut DS upload. I have just uploaded from another location with no issue. But, the svg I downloaded keeps opening up in “file” and it will not let me use it. What’s going on with the download? I have extracted several times(Window 10) and it still winds up saying “file”. Please help. Thank you, Martha
Hi there! It sounds like the file hasn’t downloaded completely. Maybe try downloading the file again and see if that helps!
why does my cricut design space say “You have selected an unsupported file” when i try to download an SVG?
Hi Christina,
Thanks for reaching out!
Are you seeing the “You have selected an unsupported file” when trying to open SVG files in the Design Space mobile app or the desktop version? If you are seeing this in the mobil app, try checking if there’s an update available, which should fix the issue.
If you are seeing this problem in the desktop version of DS, it might be an issue with the SVG file.
I’m having the same problem. That’s how I ended up here on this blog looking and hoping to find answers. It’s on my computer and I’m paying for the cricut monthly subscription. I have a cricut maker. If any of that matters. Please help