Use stickers for WhatsApp – this is how it works

You've probably heard of WhatsApp stickers, haven't you? They are small, often animated, images that you can use in your WhatsApp chats to express your feelings or just to have fun. They're incredibly popular because they offer an easy and fun way to spice up your messaging. But how exactly do you use them? And how to create your own stickers? I want to cover all of that in this post.

Use WhatsApp stickers on Android

Using WhatsApp stickers on an Android device is relatively simple. Unfortunately I can't show you any screenshots here because I don't have an Android smartphone. But here is a step-by-step guide:

1. Opens a chat in WhatsApp.
2. Tap the emoji icon in the text entry bar.
3. Select the sticker icon, which is usually next to the emoji and gif icon.
4. You will now see different sticker packs. Scroll through the selection and pick a sticker pack you like.
5. Tap “Add” or the plus icon next to the sticker pack to download it.
6. Once the sticker pack is downloaded, you can tap the sticker icon and use the downloaded stickers in your chats.

And that's it. With these simple steps you can use WhatsApp stickers on your Android device.

Use WhatsApp stickers on iPhone

Using WhatsApp stickers on an iPhone is just as easy as it is on an Android device. But unlike the Android device, I can also show you screenshots here.

Here is a step-by-step guide:

1. Opens a chat in WhatsApp.
2. Tap on the decal icon in the text entry bar.
3. Select the sticker icon, which is usually next to the emoji and gif icon.
4. You will now see different sticker packs. Scroll through the selection and pick a sticker pack you like.
5. Tap the down arrow icon next to the sticker pack to download it.
6. Once the sticker pack is downloaded, you can tap the sticker icon and use the downloaded stickers in your chats.

And that's it! With these simple steps you can use WhatsApp stickers on your iPhone.

Convert photos into stickers

If you want to create your own stickers, there are dedicated apps like Sticker Maker and Sticker.ly. With these apps you can convert photos and images into stickers and use them in your chats. You can even create whole sticker packs with your own stickers and share them with your friends.

• Download Sticker.ly on the Plays Store
• Download Sticker.ky on the App Store

Stickers for group chats

Stickers can liven up group chats in WhatsApp and improve communication. They offer a visually appealing way to respond to messages, crack jokes, or just lighten the mood. They can avoid misunderstandings by clarifying the tone of a message, and they can create a sense of community by creating a unique and personal atmosphere in the group.

Conclusion

WhatsApp stickers are a great way to spice up your chats and have fun. Whether you use the default stickers or create your own, the possibilities are endless. And with guides available for both Android and iPhone, everyone should now be able to use them. Do you have any other questions about stickers? Then please leave them as a comment. I'll try to answer them and add them to the list below.

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Jen Kleinholz( Founder & Sir Apfelot )

Jens has been running the blog since 2012. He acts as Sir Apfelot for his readers and helps them with technical problems. In his spare time he rides electric unicycles, takes photos (preferably with the iPhone, of course), climbs around in the Hessian mountains or hikes with the family. His articles deal with Apple products, news from the world of drones or solutions to current bugs.