1. Why Editing SVG Files is Important
When using **Cricut Design Space**, you may need to **resize, adjust, or edit** SVG files to fit your project perfectly. Whether you’re making **t-shirts, mugs, decals, or home decor**, knowing how to customize SVG files ensures **a flawless cut every time**.
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2. How to Resize an SVG File
Step 1: Open Your SVG in Cricut Design Space
Upload your **SVG file** by clicking **”Upload” → “Browse” → Select Your File”** in Cricut Design Space.
Step 2: Select the Design
Click on your SVG to select it. A **bounding box with resize handles** will appear around the design.
Step 3: Resize Proportionally
To maintain the **original proportions**, drag any **corner handle** while holding the **Shift key** (on Windows) or **Option key** (on Mac).
For precise resizing, enter the exact **width and height** in the **Size box** at the top toolbar.
Step 4: Unlock Proportions (If Needed)
If you need a **custom width or height**, click the **lock icon** to unlock proportions and enter your desired dimensions.
3. How to Edit Layers in an SVG File
Step 1: Ungroup the Layers
Some SVG files contain multiple **layers** or **elements**. To edit them separately:
- ✅ Click the design.
- ✅ Select **”Ungroup”** from the Layers panel.
- ✅ Edit individual parts of the SVG.
Step 2: Modify Colors & Elements
After ungrouping, you can:
- 🎨 Change colors by clicking the **Fill color** tool.
- ✂️ Delete unnecessary parts of the design.
- 🔄 Rotate or flip elements using the top toolbar.
Step 3: Weld or Attach Elements
To keep parts of your design together while cutting:
- ✅ **Use “Attach”** to keep elements positioned as they appear.
- ✅ **Use “Weld”** to merge overlapping pieces into one shape.
4. How to Duplicate and Align SVG Elements
Want multiple copies of the same design?
- 📌 Click the **Duplicate** button in the **Layers panel**.
- 📌 Use the **Align tool** to center, distribute, or space elements evenly.
- 📌 Group elements together for **easy resizing and movement**.
5. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ **Forgetting to unlock proportions when resizing manually.**
- ❌ **Not ungrouping layers before editing individual elements.**
- ❌ **Using “Weld” when “Attach” is needed (Weld makes permanent changes).**
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