This is only my second time running the machine. The first time I cut from a pre-uploaded graphic and it cut perfectly. Now that I am trying my own + laminating it, it is no longer cutting correctly.

The cut starts off correct and by the end has totally distorted the image for some reason. I can’t tell if my laminate is too close to the sensors? For reference the cut is on the top left image since I paused it to try and salvage the paper.

Thank you so much!

Hello Everyone!

I am having a bit of an issue. I have been using a Cricut for 6 months now ... and let's say the process hasn't been fun (marker and tape required for every corner marker).

Anyway, it wasn't that bad since my projects are simple boxes and the bleed covered most of the cutting flaws.

I am on to a new product that has an existing border. I need each border to be cut perfectly each time ... but I find each time I run it, it could be 1-2mm off on a given side.

No matter how many times I calibrate the machine, it randomly does it.

Do you think upgrading the machine to a Silhouette or a Siser Juliet is the fix? I basically need a machine that is precise and doesn't require me to add bleed (if possible).

I honestly don't care about speed or sound and to me, it's a gamble as I would be paying 6x the price of the Cricut and I might have the same problem (I got the Cricut used).

Hi all,

I have a Cameo 2,3, and just acquired a 4, as well as a Curio 1, and some very very old cricuts (cartridge machines!).

I'm just trying to get back into using them after a few years' hiatus- needing to make stuff for school.

Has anyone been able to use the Silhouette engraving / etching / embossing tools, and / or the original Chomas for Cameo, in the Cameo 4?

Thanks in advance for any advice!

I'm pretty new to this, got a Cameo 5 not even two months ago. That said, things have been going just fine until this last week when the machine won't recognize the autoblade. I checked the blade and the machine for debris, reseated it a bunch of times, turned it off and on again a bunch of times, and tried swapping for a brand new spare autoblade. It's persisting in saying "load media," won't detect a tool, and when I select autoblade instead of detecting, says one isn't loaded.

I'm at a loss for what else I could possibly try?

Edit: it seems like MAYBE it was an issue with the Bluetooth connection (which would explain weird and inconsistent issues like this). I checked the Bluetooth dongle which in fairness did NOT seem loose but just for the heck of it I pulled it out and put it back. Things seem to work now?

Making stencils for dyeing disc golf discs and sometimes there are sooooo many tiny pieces to delete

When the vinyl is like 2 meters long and it cuts the other side first and then goes back, it can lead to problems and that has happened to me too many times. Is there a way for the cutter to cut ”horizontally” so it does not have to go back?

I would like to know how to merge the ring above the 'A' because otherwise, it cuts into the letter. I have tried using 'Weld', but I didn't get the result I wanted. Either I did something wrong, or I'm on the wrong track. So I hope someone can help me understand the easiest way to solve this.

Noob question: I have rectangle stickers that I print that I drop images into. I want to move the image INSIDE the shape to make sure it is centred... I've been re-exporting the images themselves when I hope there's an easier way I can just adjust the image inside the shape mask. Let me know!

Hi everyone,

I need help figuring out how to install the left pinch roller on my Silhouette Cameo 5. I’ve searched everywhere—Google, social media, forums—but I couldn’t find any manual or guide on how to do it.

I already contacted Silhouette support, but their response was to replace the whole unit, which isn’t a feasible option for me. Since I’m in Asia, the confirmation process between the supplier and Silhouette has already taken more than two weeks, and I still don’t have a proper solution.

Luckily, I managed to get a 3D-printed replacement part, but I just don’t know how to install it. If anyone has any manuals, guides, or even instructions in other languages, I’d really appreciate it!

Thanks in advance! 🙏

I'm looking for my first cutting machine to use for my art business. I'm 99% sure it will be only used for cutting stickers. I'm thinking that maybe (1%) I could use it on a rare occasion to do some projects with foil transferring (seems like both machines can that so no issue here). I definitely wouldn't use it for making anything else.

I could afford to get both machines but because it is just a small hobby/side hustle thing for me and I'm only starting out, I don't really want to splurge on something that I won't even fully use.

Which one of these machines would you generally recommend for a beginner like me?

I'm currently leaning towards getting Portrait 4 but...

...I was looking at comparison charts and this is what I found in speed information:
Cameo: 400mm/s
Portrait: 100mm/s

It feels like a big difference and I wonder if it's really going to be noticeable when cutting stickers? Does this mean that Cameo will be 4x faster at cutting the same sticker sheet?

This is the only thing that is keeping me from buying portrait. It it worth to pay 100$ extra just to save some time when making stickers?

Hi, so I've been interested in buying a cutter for a few weeks now. I want to cut a little denser/thicker materials like 0.5mm-2mm cardboard (greyboard) or up to 3mm corrugated cardboard. I've seen that cameo 4 and maker 3 are around the same performance and the cost seems similar as well.

Which one would you recommend?

If I've understood correctly on cricuts knifeblade you are limited to the preset profiles which is obviously quite limiting to what I can do with my materials then (don't want to sit next to my cutter and stop the cut after enough passes).

On the cameo 4 on the other hand I'm finding mixed results, if at all, about people cutting thicker greyboard.

Also I've read that you can't really cut sharp corners on thicker or denser materials (?). And if so to what extent?

If someone with experience could help me out here, I'd be really stoked and thankful!!

I am thinking about leave ng silhouette behind. I have been with them since 2017, having different machines. I now have a portrait 3 and after this update nothing is working as it should. It's VERY slow and I have lost all the designs I made. Nothing they have suggested is working.. sigh. Can you tell me if you can create your own designs in cricket? Thanks

Hi, I’ve just upgraded to a Cameo 5 and I cannot find any info on using the CB09 in the cameo 5. I bought the tool adapter and it fit, but it was weird it would just not cut the vinyl. I kept testing & testing in creasing the blade and the force and it just kept cutting the same. Like a very light kiss cut. I put in an old ratchet blade in the adaptor and it worked, I used a new auto blade, it worked. But the CB09, nope. Has anyone successfully used the CB09 in a Cameo 5? I only found 1 German video and she had a special adaptor made by someone in Germany. I tried to contact the person, but so far no luck. thanks so much for any info.

Saturday evening, after a project finished cutting a system message popped up in silhouette studio status area where the studio connects with the machine to synch up. The message said “update firmware”. Then underneath there was a notice to not turn off the machine after the update started. I did not turn off the machine as common sense would tell you the machine cannot update if the machine is off. After about 5 minutes, the update finished.
I noticed another message that Bluetooth not connected. I didn’t think nothing of it as my machine being only a few months old never connected to my MacBook Pro and I didn’t bother since I had the USB. I then reached over to unload my mat as I could not unload while the machine was being updated.
To my surprise the power light button and Bluetooth button was off. I was like oh I crap what happened.
I then pressed the power button and nothing. I unplugged the cord from the outlet, then plugged back in another outlet, pressed power and nothing.
I then unplugged the power from the machine, then pressed power and nothing. For obvious reason I thought well maybe if I turn my computer off then back on maybe the software needs to recognize the new update. Of course in the back of my head logic was telling me this has nothing to do with powering the machine. I still sit down and radar and still nothing. I am highly upset that my machine is now not working after the update.
I have emailed silhouette but they have not answered.
I don’t know what to do as I don’t think I have my receipt from Walmart, but I do have where I paid for it on my credit card. I bought it back adding October.

It looks like the top of the words got intervened by the roller of the cutting machine, how do I stop this from happening?

I am beyond frustrated with my Cameo reading and cutting using the registration marks. No matter what I have tried fixing it, it never works! Not even with a multitude of different papers, settings, manual registering, etc. I am ready to throw the whole thing out the window. I have updated to the latest firmware, have tried just about every single trick on the interwebs, etc. Can anyone help me??

I own a P3 and a P4 currently, debating whether to keep the 4 or send it back and stick with the 3.

My main issues with the P4 are:

- I can't find any blades for the P4 besides the Autoblade, and the manual specifically only mentions the Autoblade. I use the Manual 1mm blade on my P3, and even though the Silhouette site says it's compatible with the P4, it simply does not fit :(

- it's a struggle to find mats/tools/accessories for the P4 even though it's been out for some time. My local craft stores don't have the official mats in stock at all, I'm not sure why it's *so* hard to find accessories when it's been out for over a year at this point, considering they were apparently supposed to be "coming soon" when it released in 2023

- not sure if electrostatic mat is worth it. if you have one I'd love to hear your experiences. I've seen very, very mixed reviews and it's so pricey that I can't bring myself to bite the bullet yet when I'm unsure about keeping the P4

- the P4 seems to have slightly more misaligned cuts than the P3. nothing huge and the P3 still gets misaligned cuts too (especially down the sheet) but I'm not sure if this is a known issue or maybe just getting used to a new machine?

On the other hand, it is definitely quieter than the P3 and I believe the P3 is being phased out at this point, Silhouette's site doesn't even list it anymore.

If you have a P4, especially if you have a 3 and a 4, I'd like to see how they compare in your experience! Thanks in advance :)

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I have a cameo 4, just purchased it. Spent hours trying to get it to connect and update the firmware with my Mac. Finally accomplished that battle. I want to print a couple test stickers on some permanent vinyl I have (black) and it keeps failing to register. I bought a 12x24 mat and have a 12x12 piece of vinyl attached to it. I got into the page settings and put 12x12 I see it still shows the outline of the a4 on there so who knows how to remove it. I’ve googled everything. I just want to cut these little stickers out to put on anything. Constantly registration failed. I managed to get it to cut out a test square, so that’s cool maybe I’ll just use this investment to cut tons of test square stickers. I’m honestly ready to blow this thing up. I’ve done everything I could and have googled everything. Watched idiots on YouTube talk about registration but nothing is working. Please god help me, anyone.

Edit: I was just trying to get the Cameo 4 to cut a design into vinyl and not realized I was hitting a print and cut function I just needed cut function. I made the stickers life is good god is great. That being said, what is the print and cut function because you can’t print on this obviously????

Hello!

I've been using Silhouette Studio Designers edition for years, but have just started using print and cut. My problem is when I put the art on the cut area it looks totally fine, even zoomed in, but when it prints it is horribly blurry.

Has anyone else dealt with this? Did you find a fix?

Thanks Silhouette friends!

Hello

Hi! Im new to cameo 4 and I have calibrated it but when I’m cutting a piece of paper the upper part is accurately cut but the lower right tends to go out of its border line. Any idea whats the problem?