# Free design software for the Cricut Joy 2

Cricut's Joy line is its ultra-compact range for quick, everyday projects like cards, labels and small decals. Small machines reward simple, bold artwork, so size your design to the material before you start, not after.

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Machine line | Cricut Joy, ultra-compact (per Cricut) |
| Best for | Cards, labels and small decals |
| Import formats in Design Space | SVG, PNG, JPG, DXF, BMP, GIF |

## Export formats from CricutCraft

SVG, PNG, PDF, DXF

## Workflow

1. **Design in the browser.** Open the studio and build the design at final physical size, with the mat set to the width of your Joy material. Working in inches from the start means nothing needs rescaling later.
2. **Weld and offset.** Weld overlapping script letters into one outline so the blade does not cut through the joins, and add an offset for a backing layer or sticker border.
3. **Give each layer its own color.** Design Space separates an uploaded SVG into layers by fill color, so give each intended layer a distinct fill before exporting.
4. **Export and upload.** Export SVG, then Upload → Upload Image in the Design Space app, and cut on the Joy 2.

## Handoff to the machine's software

Export an SVG from the studio, then in Design Space choose Upload → Upload Image → browse to the file. It arrives with layers and colours intact, ready to place on the mat and cut. Design Space is the only software that can send cut instructions to a Cricut, so this handoff is the last step no third-party tool can remove.

## Questions

### What app does the Cricut Joy 2 use?

Cricut Design Space on desktop or mobile. Check Cricut's setup page for your device. This browser studio prepares designs and exports the SVG you upload there.

### What can you make with a Cricut Joy 2?

Compact everyday projects: cards, labels, small decals and small iron-on designs. Check Cricut's product page for its exact cutting width and supported materials.

### Can I upload my own SVG to a Cricut Joy 2?

Yes. Uploading your own SVG to Design Space is free and works the same way across Cricut machines.

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Canonical page: https://www.cricutcraft.com/machines/cricut-joy-2

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