Minimum system requirements for Silhouette software products are found below.
Click here for help checking your computer's compatibility.
NOTE: These represent the minimum requirements. Higher specifications are recommended to improve software performance. Some features, such as Image Effects in Silhouette Studio, may not be supported with older graphics cards.
Application Type: | Desktop (Does not support Chromebooks, tablets, or mobile devices) |
Windows Operating System: | Windows 10 Windows 11 |
Mac Operating System: | macOS 12 (Monterey) macOS 13 (Ventura) macOS 14 (Sonoma) |
MacOS System requirements: | macOS Monterey-supported computers- macOS 12 macOS Ventura-supported computers - macOS 13 macOS Sonoma-supported computers - macOS 14 |
RAM: | 4 GB |
Processor: | 2.5GHz (Intel Quad Core or AMD Quad Core) |
Storage Memory: | 4 GB |
USB Port: | USB 2.0 Port for wired connection |
Bluetooth®: | |
Internet connection: | Required for:
Silhouette Studio can otherwise be run in an offline mode or without an internet connection and will retain any downloaded content that has previously been synced by an internet connection. |
Application Type: | Internet (Does not support mobile devices) |
Preferred Internet Browser: | Google Chrome |
Windows Operating System: | Windows 10 or later or Windows Server 2016 or later |
Mac Operating System: | |
Android Operating System: | Android 8.0 Oreo or later |
iPad Operating System: | iPadOS 15 or later With Silhouette Go 1.1.070 or later installed |
Processor: | Intel Pentium 4 processor or later that's SSE3 capable |
USB Port: | Silhouette Web Does not support USB Connection |
Bluetooth®: | |
Screen Size: | Minimum width 570px Screen sizes below 570px width are not recommended |
Application Type: | Plug-in | |
Required Software | Adobe Illustrator 2022 Adobe Illustrator 2023 Adobe Illustrator 2024 | CorelDRAW software (Windows only) CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2021 CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2022 CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2023 |
Windows Operating Systems: | Windows 10 10 22H2 10 21H2 IoT (LTS) 10 21H2 (E) (LTS) 10 21H2 (E) | Windows 11 11 23H2 (E) 11 23H2 (W) 11 22H2 (E) 11 22H2 (W) |
Mac Operating Systems: | macOS 12 (Monterey) macOS 13 (Ventura) macOS 14 (Sonoma) | |
MacOS System requirements: | macOS Monterey-supported computers- macOS 12 macOS Ventura-supported computers - macOS 13 macOS Sonoma-supported computers - macOS 14 | |
RAM: | 8 GB (16 GB recommended) | |
Processor: | Intel Core i3/5/7/9 or AMD Ryzen 3/5/7/9/Threadripper, EPYC | |
Storage Memory: | 4 GB | |
USB Port: | USB 2.0 Port (for wired connection) | |
Bluetooth®: | Bluetooth 4.0 / LMP 6.0 for wireless connection (see Bluetooth-supported machines) | |
All other requirements: | Same as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW supported version requirements | |
Internet connection: | Required for: Downloading the software Applying license key to unlock software | |
Application Type: | Mobile (Apple & Andriod devices) |
Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.): | |
Android devices: | Silhouette Go will only be listed in the Google Play store if your device is supported (Android 12 or later) |
Connection Type: | Bluetooth only (seeBluetooth-supported machines) |
Application Type: | Desktop (Does not support Chromebooks, tablets, or mobile devices) |
Operating System: | PC (Windows 7 - Windows 11) or Mac (MacOS 10.10 to 10.15) NOTICE: This software is not compatible with MacOS 12 (Monterey) or above |
RAM: | 4 GB |
Processor: | 2.5GHz (Intel Quad Core or AMD Quad Core) |
Storage Memory: | 4 GB |
USB Port: | USB 2.0 Port (wired connection support only) |
Graphics: | Any that supports OpenGL 1.2 (Any GPU since 2010) |
Internet connection: | Required for:
Silhouette 3D can otherwise be run without an internet connection. |
Application Type: | Desktop (Does not support Chromebooks, tablets, or mobile devices) |
Operating System: | PC (Windows 7 - Windows 11) or Mac (MacOS 10.10 to 10.15) NOTICE: This software is not compatible with MacOS 12 (Monterey) or above |
RAM: | 4 GB |
Processor: | 2.5GHz (Intel Quad Core or AMD Quad Core) |
Storage Memory: | 4 GB |
USB Port: | USB 2.0 Port (wired connection support only) |
Graphics: | Any that supports OpenGL 1.2 (Any GPU since 2010) |
Internet connection: | Required for:
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NOTICE: Library syncing in Mint Studio is no longer supported.
Review the information below for your computer type to check compatibility with Silhouette software.
PC
Click here for the official Microsoft website instructions for finding your computer specifications.
Mac
Click here for the official Apple website instructions for finding your computer specifications.
If your computer does not meet the requirements, you will need to use an alternate computer in order to run the software.
Updating the software is different from Upgrading the software.
Software Update
When you update the software, you are moving from one version of the software to a higher version of the software.
Example: You are running version 4.5.000. You are prompted in the software that there is a software update or you find a new version listed on the Silhouette website. You then download the new software installation program and run it. This updates you to the new version 4.6.000.
Software updates provide you with bug fixes and software improvements.
To update your already existing Silhouette Studio software version on your computer, whether or not you are running an upgraded edition:
- Close Silhouette Studio
- Go to the Silhouette Studio software download page
- Click on the 'DOWNLOAD' button
- Run the update program once the download is complete
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install Silhouette Studio selecting all default settings recommended
Software updates are free.
Software Upgrade
Upgrades are higher editions of the software that can be purchased to provide access to additional software features.
This means that you can move from the Basic Edition of the software (the free edition accessed when you first download and install the software) to a higher edition with more features, such as the Designer Edition, Designer Edition Plus, and Business Edition.
Though it should not occur, click here if an upgrade is lost after updating the software.
Instructions are found below to remove the Silhouette Studio software. If needed, you can downgrade to a lower version that may operate more reliably.
Uninstalling Silhouette Studio
PC
- Go to the Start menu
- Open the Control Panel
- Select the Programs option
- Locate and select 'Silhouette Studio'
- Click on the Remove or Uninstall option
NOTE: Removal should not affect the library or license key if present - Once successfully removed, restart the computer
Mac
- Select the Go menu at the top of the desktop
- Select the Applications option
- Drag all instances of Silhouette Studio to the Trash
NOTE: Removal should not affect the library or license key if present - Empty the Trash
Downgrading to Lower Version
If you are running the current software version and need to move to a lower version, your computer may not allow you to install a lower version on top of a newer version.
If you need to install a downgraded software version for any reason, you can do the following:
PC
- Make sure you have uninstalled Silhouette Studio (see steps above)
- Go to the Silhouette Studio download page at https://www.silhouetteamerica.com/software/ss
- Click on 'Download Legacy Versions'
- Click on the 'Download' button for the desired lower version from the available list (example below)
NOTE: The Download button should automatically detect your computer OS type and download the correct version. However, you can manually download any OS version by clicking on the drop-down arrow to the right of the 'Download' button.
If you do not see the lower version you are looking for on this list, unfortunately, this indicates it has been removed from our system and we can longer offer it to you. - Wait for the download to be completed
Example: PC/Windows
Example: Mac
- Run the downloaded installation program to install Silhouette Studio at the lower version
Mac
You can run lower versions and higher versions of an application at the same time on a Mac.
To downgrade to a lower version on a Mac follow the same steps as above, unless you want to run multiple versions on your computer at the same time, in which case you can skip the step to remove the older version.
However, we recommend only running a single version to avoid any potential issues or confusion.
Using Beta Software Versions
Beta versions of software may be provided for open testing purposes to check out new features and bug fixes.
How to Install a Beta Version
To install a Beta software version:
- Close the Silhouette software program
- Go to the software download page
- Click on the 'More Info' or 'Learn More' button for the desired software program
- Click on 'Download Beta Versions'
- Click on the 'Download' button for the desired Beta version
- Run and install the downloaded program
How to Downgrade Back to Release Version
Beta software versions may include new bugs that cannot be supported. If you encounter a concern or terminal error while using a Beta version, you will need to uninstall and re-install the current Release version.
Click here for instructions on downgrading to a lower previous software version.
Sharing Feedback
If you would like to share feedback about a Beta version you have tested, please contact support@silhouetteamerica.com with the version number and your feedback.
Beta versions are not supported. They are offered for testing purposes only.
Unfortunately, Silhouette software products, including Silhouette Studio, do not currently support silent installation methods.
We do not have an MSI file or other option that we are able to provide to facilitate this action.
- Upgrade to a newer officially supported Operating System. (Recommended)
- Upgrade to a newer officially supported Operating System. (Recommended)