If the mat size is correct proceed to step 3.
Didn t load mat cricut.
Be careful on 5 per cricut that adhesive can gunk up the machine collects on the rollers and can cause issues and even void your warranty.
Press the unload mat button and then press the load mat button.
Position the mat underneath the mat guides on your cricut machine.
Verify that you are using the correct mat size for your machine.
If this does not help proceed to 4.
Select your cricut joy machine from the connect machine drop down.
Section 3 loading unloading section 3 page 2 loading unloading the mat step 5.
Smart set dial is not working.
If the issue occurs with multiple projects proceed to step 2.
My explore machine pauses or stops when cutting writing or scoring my project.
My mat is crooked when loaded into my cricut machine.
Press the reset all button to clear all commands and then press the load mat button again.
Cricut machine roller bars are not moving.
Select your mat type in design space then select continue.
The one about loading mat correctly you can turn it and load the opposit from the cut out to get full use of you matt.
Thanks for the hints.
This video will walk you through how to put your paper on your mat and load it into your cricut.
Are you having this issue with multiple projects.
If the design space canvas will not load if there is just a spinning circle on your screen follow the steps below to troubleshoot the issue.
If the mat is lined up with the guides when loading but still loads crookedly proceed to step 4.
If the issue only occurs with one particular project you will need to re create the project.
The cricut may think that the mat is already loaded in the machine.
Per cricut that is okay.
Keeping mat pushed firmly against rollers press the load unload button.
Select the right setting for your material.
Ensure there is enough space for the mat to run all the way through the machine.
Ensure the mat is lined up with the guides on the machine and the edge of the mat is under the roller bar when you get ready to load it.
Firmware update cricut explore and maker machines.