"Hidden" Features on the Silhouette Cameo 4.

Just a quick video to show some of the overlooked parts of the Silhouette Cameo 4 cutter. Roll holder, hidden storage compartment, loosening and opening the autoblade, moving the cutting head, and using the built-in straight edge cutter.

[@munawarsoomro6207]

Very nice video. No fluff, just info. Thanks.

[@xuniqueeditsxamvs7351]

Protect this person at all costs for giving us these hidden facts 👏

[@mcstar8885]

I've had my cameo4 for a week now and wondered what the left side was for. Never knew there was a box in there. I have now kept my tool opener in it.

[@MucaroBoricua]

I've had my Cameo 4 for more than a week and have been using it every single day, but I didn't know about the darn little door!! Thank you!

[@Richard97402]

Good. Happy to hear that you could learn something new.

[@davemission509]

thank you, I have been using cameo 4 since 2021 but I have learned many things from your video. Kudos!

[@Richard97402]

Thank you for watching, and happy that I could help.

[@kalinosmom]

Did not know about the little storage area on the left side. I've had my Cameo 4 for over 18 mos. Thanks!

[@StrawberryDragon645]

Richard, I like to know how things work and why. I appreciate your explanations! Thank you.

[@rhondap5444]

FYI the hole to the left of the mat is also used to adjust the ratchet blade that cannot be set automatically. Some people prefer to use the ratchet blade instead of the auto blade.

[@loralynhansen6968]

I have had my silhouette for over 2 years and never knew about that silly little compartment on the left! lol rest of info was informative. thank you.

[@agwoot1646]

Very helpful thanks, had no idea about the storage compartment!

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Glad that you learned something new.

[@joannethompson4956]

Thank you, like others have said, you have shown me things on my new Silhouette that no one else has mentioned in other videos that I have watched, on my search for tips and no hows.

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Glad that I could fill in some of the blanks. 😊

[@kathylebarron9957]

So glad I came across your video. Couple things I had no idea about, others were clarified so much better. Thanks

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. In talking with people, I'd realized how few had read the owner's manual (or even know that it existed) so I wanted to cover some of the features that people seem to miss out on. Glad to hear that it was helpful.

[@SirRonmit]

I know this is an older post, but: your info is GREAT! Others out there are telling people that the "Camera" / Optical sensor is used to adjusting the blade by tapping "into" it. I'm new and just got my Cameo 4 (I'm coming in from a 42" US Cutter and multiple 3D Printers), and found your video answered all the questions I had since getting the machine yesterday. I thought I "broke" my blade as it went from 5 down to 0 while playing around, then realized it CLICKED and the numbers moved : your video was perfect and I wished I had seen it yesterday instead of "freaking" out thinking I broke the blade already, LOL!!! I did notice that the vinyl almost "clicks" or "fits" between those 2 guide lines at 0 & 12 (but I definitely will be looking for that 3D print and make one here to test). Keep up the good work! Tim N.

[@Richard97402]

I appreciate the positive response, and glad that the video was helpful. I have a USCutter machine as well. It is nice, when I have large format jobs to do, but I honestly like the Cameo a lot better, overall.... so I use it as much as I am able to. As far as the 3D printed guide is concerned, it is personal preference. I honestly made it, because I had others complaining about things not lining up, or looking lined up but getting off track, over a 2 or 3 foot project. I agree with you, in that most of the time, it nicely slots into where it is supposed to be. I almost never use that 3D printed guide anymore, but it's a nice tool to have, if I need it for a specific project. I picked it up on Thingiverse, and edited it ever so slightly. There were a few to choose from on there, and I'm guessing more, since I made mine roughly 2 years ago.

[@SirRonmit]

@@Richard97402 Most welcome, indeed! I found a few on Thingiverse - thanks for the info. I'm gonna see which one looks better and resin print it this afternoon if I get time. LOL -- Tim N.

[@LexLaptopCoffee]

Just got my Cameo 4 today, the secret compartment holds my extra autoblade nicely. Thanks!

[@Richard97402]

You're very welcome. I keep my three adapters in there, plus my blade tool, but it is a good fit for that as well. 👍

[@krisbedphotography]

All these steps worked for me. Thank you so much.

[@astbosslady4900]

Great video, thanks!

[@maryharrington7194]

Great video, it was so helpful, thanks.

[@Richard97402]

Glad that it was helpful. You're welcome.

[@myown625]

Thank you for your detailed video

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@junello8354]

Omg I am so happy about the door! But also sad because it’s too close to a railing I have by my table (I have the pro, so not much room to spare). I have been using my machine a year, a Cricut refugee, and I missed the compartment the Cricut maker has. So glad you showed me this feature.

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. I wish it was a bit bigger, but a handy compartment, regardless. ☺️

[@emilysartcart]

Thanks for sharing!

[@merietab]

OMG I just learned so much from this video!!! Thank you!!

[@Richard97402]

Happy to hear it. Thanks for watching.

[@2NE1girl2]

Great video

[@Richard97402]

Thank you. 😊

[@judybailey98]

Thank you. I had no idea on a lot of this

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Happy that I could help.

[@nikkibanks7744]

Thanx for this. I have a Portrait 3 but maybe get a bigger.

[@Gypsikitty]

Thank you!

[@mrbanks02]

I've had this thing since the day it was released, and I never knew about that side compartment.

[@julie-annecollins-reynolds819]

Me too🤣

[@polovw89]

Rundown reminds me of Charles from the office

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

I thought there was a storage on the left but couldn’t open it…if I wasn’t so tired I’d go up and try it! I haven’t used the vinyl holder because my rolls are 3’ long!

[@KiraGaming2020]

holy, that little door! i dont know im using it for a month! hahaha

[@lizzyann4]

Thank you

[@pamelaleehendon7381]

Thank you so much. I learned a lot from this video. Maybe now I'll plug it in. LOL.

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Happy to hear it.

[@emilysartcart]

Go for it!

[@vanduraful]

Exactly the video I was looking for. Thank you! Also yeah why do they make the feed buttons backwards?????

[@Richard97402]

I have no idea. It makes no sense to me. Just glad that it works. Lol

[@mizanurrahmanflowermen6977]

Think my brother

[@newnarratives]

This video was some helpful, thabk you, Is it possible to provide a link where I can purchase that black clip guide thing you made with your 3d printer. Thanks in advance

[@Richard97402]

To purchase it? I'm not sure. I've never looked for it, as far as trying to purchase one. There are a few versions/variations on 3D printing sites to make them. I modified the one that I made, slightly, before printing, but it's basically the same as any of the ones available.

[@nahnisjourney1406]

I’m just starting out with the Cameo 4. I don’t even know where or how to perform the test cut. 😢 I bought it used from Facebook marketplace although she said it was new. It was not in the original box, and it only had the power cord and the auto blade installed in it. It was so noisy when I first turned it on. I’m trying to figure out how to connect via Bluetooth. Oh my goodness!

[@Richard97402]

Yes, the style of stepper motor used (same as most 3D printers) are noisy. The test cut is just a button on the send panel. I don't usually do the test cut option, personally though. I use a small character, letter, etc, and cut it as a test. I don't use Bluetooth. I hate connectivity issues, due to Bluetooth, and didn't want it to ruin any of my work, so I only go wired.

[@MsCurliegirlie]

Can I buy one of those black things from you? Thank you for the informative video!

[@Richard97402]

Thank you. Glad that it was helpful. I could potentially make more of the 3D printed guides. I don't know where you are located. It might be less expensive to get someone local to make one, depending on the cost of shipping. I'm in Oregon.

[@geminidream4347]

Can you link me a place to get that 3D guide? My roller bar came at an angle that Silhouette won't acknowledge help for. So it grabs my material and yanks it in on an angle which sometimes crunches the material up so bad I have to stop it. I'm hoping this guide will help with this misery as the machine is new from December 2021 and people want to see my make stuff. Since I am a new crafter, how can I with this problem? I have tried. Thank you for any and all help you can give me.

[@Richard97402]

It depends if you want the file, so that it can be printed, or if you want a completed part. The file is readily available, for free, on Thingiverse. I just looked up "Cameo 4 Mat Guide". If you're needing a made part, it looks like there are quite a few, on Etsy, for around $3. Based on the problem that you're facing, I'm guessing that the little guide won't fix the problem, but for a couple of dollars can't really hurt to try. File- www.thingiverse.com/thing:4444320 Product- www.etsy.com/listing/1043876744/cameo-3-or-cameo-4-cutting-mat-guide-3d?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=cameo+4+mat+guide&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1&variation1=2406523758&variation0=2161036730

[@suem3596]

Hi I cut some self adhesive foil & some has stuck to the sensor on my Cameo 4. Have no idea how to get to the sensor to remove the foil. Tried to reach the foil through the bar on the front but no go. Any ideas how to fix this issue please?

[@Richard97402]

I haven't experienced that, personally, so can't say for sure. Where exactly is it stuck, and maybe I can come up with a suggestion, or thought?

[@synclloyd9270]

Why does the cameo have left & right arrow buttons? Up and down for feeding material, but left and right?

[@Richard97402]

It moves the cutting carriage, left and right. I do it a lot, when cutting on small scraps.

[@myessiahmccollough776]

Great video…..🎉❤can you please do more I Videos on importing the image and cutting it out! Trying to start using my cameo,because the cricut system is a mess now always running slow

[@Richard97402]

Thank you. Importing the image? You can use the file menu to import, or usually I just drag and drop into Silhouette Studio. For using an imported image, I have videos on using the trace feature to make images cuttable, but for vinyl, as well as for stickers. Is that what you mean, or are you looking for something different?

[@myessiahmccollough776]

@@Richard97402 no your right! That’s what I’m looking for. Thank you for responding! I will continue watching your videos. You are a very detailed person and patient, thank you for the content!

[@avi8trgal17]

Do you have the file for the 3D clip hat you are willing to share?

[@Richard97402]

I just searched "Silhouette cameo 4 guide" on Thingiverse. There are multiple to choose from, depending on what you'd like. Then printed it on my filament 3D printer. I stopped using it, personally, but still have it, in case I want to use it. I do enough different materials, and variety of projects, that it felt like it was getting in the way too regularly, so I removed it. It can be helpful, though.

[@MistImp1]

Thanks for this video. Too bad the manufacturer couldn’t be bothered to include a basic manual.

[@Richard97402]

There are multiple sources for the manual. It is available through Silhouette Studio under the "help" tab. It is also available as a PDF, if you do a Google search for "Cameo 4 manual" or "Silhouette Studio manual" depending on what is wanted. I started with skim reading through the manuals, and then just jumped in.

[@vazeerboss2016]

hai sir am from india am also using same one the problem is my touch pad not working and the lights also not showing can u help me for that sir am waiting for ur comment

[@Richard97402]

I don't know how to help you, if your machine is not powering on. If you're still under warranty, they'll likely replace your machine. If it's not under warranty, they'll still try to fix it, but there would be cost involved. I haven't experienced any real problems with my machine, so unfortunately don't have much advice to troubleshoot that. It's usually just a matter of plug it in and it works, unless something has broken.

[@garrypreston08]

Mine lights up saying silhouette cameo so how does yours light up saying cameo?

[@Richard97402]

Do you mean the lit name across the top of the machine? The Cameo 4 says "Cameo" and the larger versions say, "Cameo Plus" and "Cameo Pro". The Cameo, Cameo 2, and Cameo 3, all say "Silhouette Cameo" but I don't believe any of those light it up. If you mean something different, then I would need clarification.

[@garrypreston08]

@@Richard97402 that's right but mine is a cameo 4 and i also have the 4 Pro

[@xChikyx]

i got mine today and i've never been more frustrated with a machine in my life ever before

[@Richard97402]

How so? What's got you frustrated? Hopefully it's just that it's new, and unknown, rather than anything being wrong.

[@xChikyx]

@@Richard97402 it doesn't cut 2mm chipboard...

[@Richard97402]

@@Chikytibun911 I've never tried, on that one. I use my vinyl cutters for paper, carstock, adhesive vinyl, HTV, printed transfers, and stencil material. For woods, acrylics, etc, I use my laser engravers.

[@xChikyx]

@@Richard97402 i was about to buy a laser engraver, but got convinced the cameo was a better option... seems they were wrong... now i need to get to cut this chipboard with what i got, one way or another...

[@Richard97402]

@@Chikytibun911 different tools for different projects. The Cameo is great for some things, my lasers are great for some, my 3D printer for others. Eventually I'll get a CNC, because there are projects that I want to do that would be far better with a CNC. I've run out of space though. Lol

[@nilsmarsille7979]

EXCELLENT VERY CLEAR, just one request, stop mentioning Ammaz...they don't manufacturing anything

[@Richard97402]

Sorry, I'm not sure what that means.

[@nilsmarsille7979]

@@Richard97402 sorry for that. Just that we can try to work without Amazon. Rather buy directly from the source companies, they earn a better merited living. That's all.

[@SimplybeingR]

​@Richard97402 thanks for these tips ...I will do a calibration and give my cameo machine another try. I has given up on it and started using my cricut for cut jobs

[@Richard97402]

You're welcome. Silhouette is SO MUCH better. You couldn't pay me to go to Cricut. I hope that you have better luck.