How to write a sticker in WhatsApp?

How to write a sticker in WhatsApp - briefly?

To create a sticker in WhatsApp, you need to use the built-in sticker maker feature. First, open any chat and tap on the emoji icon, then select the 'Sticker' option to start creating your custom sticker.

How to write a sticker in WhatsApp - in detail?

Creating a sticker for WhatsApp involves several steps, from designing the sticker to packaging it in the appropriate format. Here's a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

Step 1: Design Your Sticker

Firstly, you need to create your sticker design. You can use any graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or even mobile apps like Procreate. Ensure that your design is simple and visually appealing since it will be viewed on a small screen. The optimal size for WhatsApp stickers is 512x512 pixels.

Step 2: Prepare Your Files

Once you have designed your sticker, save it in the PNG format with a transparent background. This ensures that your sticker blends seamlessly with any background on WhatsApp.

Step 3: Organize Your Stickers

WhatsApp supports sticker packs which contain multiple stickers. You can create a pack by designing at least three stickers but no more than 20. Arrange these stickers in a 4x5 grid, totaling 20 stickers. This grid format is essential for WhatsApp to recognize and display your sticker pack correctly.

Step 4: Create the Sticker Pack Archive

To package your stickers into a recognizable format for WhatsApp, you need to create a ZIP archive. Here’s how to do it:

1. Create Folders: Make two folders within your main folder - one named stickers and another named images.
2. Place Stickers: Move all your PNG sticker files into the stickers folder.
3. Metadata File: In the main folder, create a JSON file named stickers.json. This file contains metadata about your sticker pack. Here’s an example of what it should look like:

   {
    "sticker_pack_id": "your_unique_identifier",
    "publisher": "Your Name",
    "tray_image_file": "your_tray_image.png",
    "stickers": [
    {"image_file": "sticker1.png"},
    {"image_file": "sticker2.png"},
    ...
    ]
   }

   Replace your_unique_identifier with a unique string, and update the file names to match your sticker files.

4. Tray Image: The tray image is a 512x512 pixel PNG that represents your sticker pack in WhatsApp’s sticker browser. Place this image in the main folder.
5. Zip the Folder: Compress the entire folder into a ZIP file.

Step 5: Install Your Sticker Pack on WhatsApp

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you want to use your stickers.
2. Tap on the emoji icon, then tap on the sticker icon (usually represented by a thumbtack).
3. In the sticker browser, tap on the plus (+) icon at the bottom.
4. Select "Create Sticker Pack" and give your pack a name.
5. Tap "Add to Favorites" if you want quick access to your stickers.
6. Upload all the stickers from your ZIP file.
7. Once uploaded, tap on any of your stickers to start using them in your chats.

By following these steps, you can successfully create and use custom sticker packs in WhatsApp, adding a personal touch to your conversations.