How to upload a template to Cricut DS

Uploading your template into Cricut Design Space is the first step to start cutting your project.
Here’s how to do it, step-by-step.


1. First, make sure you downloaded your template as an SVG file from the design editing page.

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

2. Open Cricut Design Space, navigate to the Canvas, and click the “Upload” button.

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

3. On the next screen, click “Upload Image.”

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

4. Click “Browse” and locate the SVG file you downloaded. Select the file, then click “Open.”

Tip: You can also drag and drop the SVG file directly into the upload area.

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

5. Review your image, then click “Continue.”

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

6. On the next screen, you can add or change the name of your design and assign it to a collection (optional).

Then click “Upload.”

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

7. The design should now appear on your canvas.

You can now prepare it for cutting, depending on your fold line style — solid (with a scoring tool) or dashed (cut with a blade).

How to upload box SVG templates into Cricut DS

That’s it — you’ve successfully uploaded your template into Cricut Design Space.