How do you add special characters in Cricut Design Space? If you’re a Cricut enthusiast, you might have come across a situation where you need to include special characters in your designs. Whether it’s for a festive occasion, a personalized gift, or a creative project, knowing how to add these characters can elevate your crafting game. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of incorporating special characters into your Cricut Design Space projects. Let’s dive in!
Adding special characters in Cricut Design Space is a straightforward process, but it may require a few extra steps compared to using regular characters. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you out:
1. Search for Special Characters:
– Open Cricut Design Space and click on the “Text” tool.
– In the search bar, type the name of the special character you want to add. For example, if you’re looking for the copyright symbol, type “©” in the search bar.
2. Select the Character:
– Once the search results appear, click on the special character you want to use. It will be added to the text box.
3. Adjust the Character:
– If needed, you can adjust the size, color, and other properties of the special character just like you would with regular text.
– To resize the character, click and drag the corner handles of the character shape.
4. Group the Character:
– To ensure that the special character stays with your design elements, it’s a good idea to group it with the rest of your design.
– Click on the special character, then press “Ctrl + G” (or “Cmd + G” on a Mac) to group it with the rest of your design elements.
5. Add the Character to Your Project:
– Once you’re satisfied with the character’s appearance, you can add it to your project by clicking on the “Make It” button.
– Follow the prompts to cut and assemble your project.
It’s important to note that not all special characters are available in Cricut Design Space’s library. If you can’t find the character you’re looking for, you can try the following alternatives:
– Use Unicode Characters: Some special characters can be found using Unicode characters. To do this, copy the Unicode code point for the character, paste it into a text editor, and then copy the resulting character into Cricut Design Space.
– Create Your Own Character: If you have the necessary design skills, you can create your own special character using Cricut Design Space’s drawing tools.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to add special characters to your Cricut Design Space projects with ease. Happy crafting!
