How To Create And Use Custom Stickers In Snapchat

Customizing Your Snapchat Experience: A Guide to Creating and Using Custom Stickers

Snapchat offers a variety of features to personalize your snaps, and one of the most versatile and fun tools is the ability to create custom stickers. These stickers can be used to add a personal touch to your snaps, making them stand out and enhancing your overall Snapchat experience.

Creating Custom Stickers

Creating custom stickers on Snapchat is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps:

1. Open Snapchat and Take a Snap

   • Start by opening Snapchat and taking a photo or selecting an image from your gallery using the gallery icon.
   • Tap the big circle button at the bottom of the screen to capture a new photo or select an existing one from your camera roll.

2. Select the Scissors Icon

   • Once you have your image, navigate to the row of icons on the right side of the screen and select the scissors icon. This will dim the screen, allowing you to outline the object you want to turn into a sticker.

3. Outline the Object

• Use your finger to trace around the object you want to create as a sticker. For more precision, you can use a stylus if available.
• Continue tracing until you have outlined the entire object. As soon as you release your finger, the sticker will be created.

4. Save the Sticker
   • After outlining the object, tap the yellow “Done” button to save the sticker. This will add the sticker to your collection.

Using Custom Stickers

Once you have created your custom stickers, you can easily use them in your snaps:

1. Access Your Stickers

   • To use a custom sticker, tap on the sticker icon from Snapchat’s story creation interface. Then, switch to the scissors tab to view all the stickers you have created.

2. Add the Sticker to Your Snap

   • Select the sticker you want to use and drag it to the desired location on your snap. You can resize the sticker by pinching it with your thumb and finger.

3. Position and Resize

• Drag the sticker to position it where you want it on your snap. You can also resize the sticker to fit your needs.

4. Delete a Sticker (If Needed)
   • If you want to delete a sticker from your snap, press and hold the sticker, then drag it to the trash icon that appears at the bottom of the screen.

Managing Your Custom Stickers

To keep your custom stickers organized and to manage them effectively:

1. Viewing Your Stickers

   • To see all the stickers you have created, tap on the sticker icon and switch to the scissors tab. Here, you will find all your custom stickers.

2. Deleting a Sticker

   • To permanently delete a custom sticker, tap the sticker icon, long-press the sticker you want to delete, and choose “Delete” from the prompt that appears.

Additional Tips for Using Custom Stickers

• Sending Stickers in Chats: While you can send stickers in direct messages, they are sent as images and may get pixelated. This is something to consider when deciding how to use your custom stickers.
• Using Stickers in Stories: Custom stickers are best used in stories where they can be resized and positioned accurately without losing quality.

Enhancing Your Snapchat Experience with Other Sticker Types

In addition to custom stickers, Snapchat offers various other types of stickers that can enhance your snaps:

• Bitmoji Stickers: These are digital avatars that you can personalize. Bitmojis can be static, 3D, or animated, allowing you to choose outfits and poses that best represent your personality.
• Cameos: These are animated GIFs that use your selfie. Cameos can be created with others and are a fun way to turn yourself into a meme.
• Suggested Stickers: Snapchat recommends stickers based on the time, location, and context of your snap. These include 2D and 3D stickers, GIFs, and animated images.

By mastering the creation and use of custom stickers, along with exploring other sticker types, you can significantly enhance your Snapchat experience and make your snaps more engaging and personalized.