Cricut Explore Air - Revision history

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Training

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	~~==Training==~~		=== Learning Adobe Illustrator ===
	We are currently building our training module for this tool. In the meantime, there are some very helpful [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHmBuVfWqLs\| videos] that can help you familiarize yourself with the machine.

	''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''

	=== Adobe Illustrator ===

	One important skill needed to master the Cricut (and many other makerspace tools) is the ability to create vector graphics While you can get started by downloading files you find online or buying pre-prepared files, at some point you'll want to create something not available online (or modify a file you have) and for this understanding a vector drawing program such as Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape is important		One important skill needed to master the Cricut (and many other makerspace tools) is the ability to create vector graphics While you can get started by downloading files you find online or buying pre-prepared files, at some point you'll want to create something not available online (or modify a file you have) and for this understanding a vector drawing program such as Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape is important

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Adobe Illustrator

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	We've organized a set of these to give you a starting point		We've organized a set of these to give you a starting point

	[[Cori George video series Adobe Illustrator for Beginners \| Adobe ~~Illustrators~~ for Beginners by Cory George]]		[[Cori George video series Adobe Illustrator for Beginners \| Adobe Illustrator for Beginners by Cory George]]

			[[June Escalada video series Everything About Graphic Design \| June Escalada at IllustratorHow]]

	==Trained Managers==		==Trained Managers==

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Training

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	''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''		''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''


			==Training==
			We are currently building our training module for this tool. In the meantime, there are some very helpful [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHmBuVfWqLs\| videos] that can help you familiarize yourself with the machine.

			''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''

			=== Adobe Illustrator ===

			One important skill needed to master the Cricut (and many other makerspace tools) is the ability to create vector graphics While you can get started by downloading files you find online or buying pre-prepared files, at some point you'll want to create something not available online (or modify a file you have) and for this understanding a vector drawing program such as Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape is important

			There are countless Adobe Illustrator tutorials on YouTube, so many that it can be hard to locate the exact information you need to learn

			We've organized a set of these to give you a starting point

			[[Cori George video series Adobe Illustrator for Beginners \| Adobe Illustrators for Beginners by Cory George]]

	==Trained Managers==		==Trained Managers==

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Trained Managers

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	\|format=CSV		\|format=CSV
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Trained Managers

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Mharrit1 at 20:09, 2 August 2020

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	''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''		''Self-training via this wiki, user manuals, or other sources is encouraged but '''does not substitute for the online training module'''. Students found using this tool without completing the Canvas training module are subject to disciplinary action which may include termination of Sandbox access.''

			==Trained Managers==
			The managers that have adopted this tool and can help you with using. Keep in mind these are not the only managers that know how to use this tool, feel free to ask any. Full list of adopted tools can be found here [[Manager Tool Adoption \| here]].
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	==Tips & Tricks==		==Tips & Tricks==

Nstewart7 at 21:33, 27 December 2019

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	==Description==		==Description==
	The Cricut Explore Air...		The Cricut Explore Air is a quality machine that allows cutting, writing, and scoring of a variety of materials including paper, cardstock, and vinyl. Using Bluetooth technology the Cricut Explore Air provides easy access to cut designs. Designs can come from the Cricut website or they can be originals uploaded by the user.

	==Safety Concerns==		==Safety Concerns==
	We are ~~currently reviewing the~~ safety concerns ~~and precautions~~ for this machine		Although there are no major safety concerns for this machine, it is important to practice safe habits when working with any of the blades for this machine.

	==Training==		==Training==

Nstewart7 at 21:25, 27 December 2019

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	==Tips & Tricks==		==Tips & Tricks==
	*To use the Cricut Explore Air you must make an account on the Cricut website to access the design center		*To use the Cricut Explore Air you must make an account on the [https://design.cricut.com/#/register-customer Cricut website] to access the design center
	*None so far but if you learn any, be sure to let us know!		*None so far but if you learn any, be sure to let us know!

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	Material Capability		Material Capability

	Can safely cut on regular paper that can fit on the cutting mat.		Can safely cut on regular paper, vinyl, fabric, poster board, and cardstock that can fit on the cutting mat.

	Mechanicals		Mechanicals

Nstewart7 at 21:14, 27 December 2019

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	==Tips & Tricks==		==Tips & Tricks==
			*To use the Cricut Explore Air you must make an account on the Cricut website to access the design center
	*None so far but if you learn any, be sure to let us know!		*None so far but if you learn any, be sure to let us know!

Nstewart7 at 19:06, 27 December 2019

2019-12-27T19:06:14Z

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	Work Area		Work Area

	* Cutting mat dimensions:		* Cutting mat dimensions: 12" x 12" (304.8mm x 304.8mm)

	Material Capability		Material Capability