How to Install libcutter with Cricut Expression Driver

Are you an early Cricut owner looking for a way to cut out original or third-party designs and fonts without investing in cartridges that may soon become obsolete? If so, this article is for you. We'll guide you through the process of installing libcutter with your Cricut Expression driver.

Firstly, it's essential to note that the instructions in this article still work even if you can't find the software we're about to discuss. However, we will provide an update on the availability of certain self-installing versions of libcutter.

As of September 2022, the easiest version of the software 'hack' that makes this work has disappeared from the servers. We've included instructions for both issues and potential 'gotcha's to help you overcome any obstacles.

To ensure success, you may need to update your Cricut's firmware (twice) or USB drivers. Most problems encountered while trying this with multiple PCs and Cricuts were caused by factors outside of SCAL or the add-on developers' control.

We discovered that Sure-Cuts-A-Lot 5 (SCAL5) is a very stable and reliable program, but the anonymous third-party add-on that allows it to communicate with Cricut does not have direct support. To confirm our findings, we experimented with various platforms and combinations of equipment to identify potential issues.

As a technical writer with over 40 years of experience, I've learned that having all the details written down helps individuals who encounter snags while trying something that seems easy for others. We've taken extra care to provide more detailed information than you may need or want to ensure that we're not causing new problems by documenting our findings.

This article is a supplement to our articles 'Legacy Cricut Frequently Asked Questions' and 'Cricut(r) History (So Far)'.

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