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How to Fix Cricut Calibration Not Working? (Easy Steps) www.explorenewmachine.com CRICUT.COM/SETUP

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I thought, it’s time to calibrate. I went into Design Space, Settings, Calibration, and chose “Print Then Cut.” I followed every prompt exactly, printed the test sheet, and selected the best-aligned line. It still didn’t work and failed repeatedly. Don’t worry, though, Learn “How to fix the Cricut calibration not working“. If you’re here because of this problem, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. Let’s fix it together and save yourself time!

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Calibration involves more than just following software steps; factors like paper type, lighting conditions, and printer settings significantly affect its accuracy. Here’s what many tutorials don’t tell you: WHAT TO DO WHEN CRICUT CALIBRATION ISN’T WORKING

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Calibration sheets should be printed on matte white paper. Glossy paper reflects light and can confuse Cricut’s sensor, causing misreads. 1. USE THE RIGHT PAPER

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Avoid overhead lights, direct sunlight, or shadows during calibration. Glare can cause your Cricut to misread the black lines on the test sheet. Use soft, indirect lighting, or try calibrating with controlled desk lighting at night. 2. CONTROL THE LIGHTING

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The little black sensor on your Cricut (located under the housing unit) can get dusty or smudged. Wipe it gently with a microfiber cloth before calibration. 3. CLEAN THE SENSOR

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Make sure you’re printing at the actual size or 100%. Avoid options like “Fit to Page,” as they shrink the image and throw off alignment. Using the same printer ensures consistent results. 4. CHECK PRINTER SETTINGS

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Sometimes, Design Space or your machine needs a clean slate. You can perform a hard reset by switching off your machine, unplugging it for a minute, and restarting your computer. 5. REBOOT AND RETRY

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If the issues persist, try printing the calibration sheet from a different printer. If it works, the problem may be with your primary printer. 6. TRY A DIFFERENT PRINTER

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