Printer set up

[ShakerB54]

I’m having trouble connecting my HP LaserJet MFP m139w to my desktop.  Any help is welcomed!

[Sneha_01]

Hi @ShakerB54,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like you're having trouble with the alignment of your print and cut project when using printable shrink plastic with Cricut Design Space. This can be frustrating, especially when dealing with materials that are tricky to work with. Here’s a step-by-step guide to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:

1. Check Print Settings and Calibration

Verify Printer Alignment:

• Make sure your printer is properly aligned and calibrated. Sometimes, misalignment issues can cause discrepancies between where the printer and Cricut machine think the edges of the printable material are.

Printer Settings:

• Ensure your printer settings match the media type of your printable shrink plastic. Even if settings are the same, different materials can sometimes cause misalignment issues. Double-check that you’ve selected the correct media type for the shrink plastic.

2. Reprint and Recut

Ensure Proper Setup:

• Make sure you’re following the correct process for print and cut. This involves printing your design with a registration mark, which the Cricut machine uses to detect the edges of the printable material.

Test with Regular Paper:

• To rule out issues with the Cricut machine, do a test run with regular copy paper. This will help you determine if the issue is with the Cricut machine’s alignment or with the shrink plastic.

3. Adjust Print and Cut Settings

Check Cricut Design Space Settings:

• In Cricut Design Space, verify that your print and cut settings are correct. Ensure that you’re using the right material settings for the shrink plastic.

Recalibrate the Cricut Machine:

• Sometimes recalibration is needed if the machine isn’t reading the registration marks correctly. Follow the instructions in Cricut Design Space to recalibrate your machine.

4. Handle Material and Placement

Align the Printable Shrink Plastic:

• Make sure the printable shrink plastic is properly aligned on the Cricut mat. Any misalignment can cause issues with the cut placement.

Check for Warping:

• Ensure that the shrink plastic hasn’t warped or shifted. Warping or uneven surfaces can cause alignment problems.

5. Clean and Maintain Equipment

Clean the Printer:

• Sometimes, residue or dirt on the printer can cause alignment issues. Clean the printer’s rollers and print head.

Clean the Cricut Machine:

• Ensure there’s no debris or dust in the Cricut machine’s sensors that might be affecting its ability to read the registration marks.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Rachel571

HP Support