How to Create Stickers in the Telegram App 

Stickers have become an integral part of modern messaging culture. Whether used to convey emotions, reactions, humor, or simply personalize a conversation, Telegram stickers stand out in terms of creativity and customization. Unlike many messaging platforms, Telegram allows users to create and share their own sticker packs, giving individuals and communities a unique way to express themselves. If you’re curious about how to create your own stickers in Telegram, this comprehensive, step-by-step guide will walk you through every detail.

What You Need Before You Start

Before jumping into sticker creation, it’s important to gather everything you’ll need. Telegram doesn’t offer an in-app tool to design stickers. Instead, it provides a bot to help you upload and manage your sticker sets.

Here’s what you’ll need before starting:

• A Telegram account: Install the app and sign in.
• A completed sticker design: Each sticker must be a 512×512 pixel PNG with a transparent background.
• An emoji for each sticker: This will help Telegram users understand the emotion or context behind your sticker.

Optionally, you may also want:

• Image editing software: Such as Photoshop, GIMP, or Canva to create or resize your images.
• A creative idea: Original stickers work best when they represent a unique vision or trend.

Design Guidelines for Telegram Stickers

Telegram maintains a few formatting and quality standards that sticker creators must follow. To ensure your stickers are accepted and look great, adhere to the following guidelines:

• Sticker images must be in PNG format with a transparent background (use RGBA).
• The dimensions must be 512 px by 512 px.
• You can also submit stickers in the .webp format, which is more efficient and supported by Telegram.
• The file size should not exceed 512 KB. Keep designs simple but expressive.
• Each sticker should have a corresponding emoji to help users understand its context.

Good designs are clear, with defined outlines, and expressive characters or messages. Sticker packs with inconsistent style or cluttered design may not be appealing or properly functional.

Step-by-Step: Creating a Telegram Sticker Pack

Once your stickers are designed according to the guidelines, it’s time to add them to Telegram. Follow these exact steps:

Step 1: Open Telegram and Start a Chat with @Stickers Bot

Telegram uses a built-in bot to handle sticker submissions. Search for @stickers in the search bar and open a chat with it. Tap on Start to see the available commands.

Step 2: Create a New Sticker Pack

To start the process, send the command:

/newpack

The bot will ask you for a name for your sticker pack. This is what users will see when they add or search for your pack.

Step 3: Upload Your Stickers

After naming your pack, the bot will prompt you to upload a sticker. When doing this, make sure to:

• Send the PNG file as a file and not as a photo. Select the “File” option when uploading.
• After uploading, the bot will ask you to assign an emoji to the sticker. Choose an appropriate emoji that matches the mood or meaning of the image.

Step 4: Add More Stickers

You can continue uploading additional stickers and assigning emojis in the same session. When you’ve finished uploading all the stickers you want for the pack, type:

/publish

Step 5: Choose a Short Name

You’ll be asked to pick a short name for your sticker pack. This will be used as the link to access or share the sticker pack. For instance:

https://t.me/addstickers/YourPackName

Once this is done, the sticker pack is live and can now be added by others or shared across Telegram groups and contacts.

Optional: Add an Icon for Your Sticker Pack

Telegram also allows you to assign an icon that represents your sticker pack. The icon must be a 100×100 PNG with a transparent background.

To add an icon, after publishing your sticker pack, use:

/addicon

This step is optional, but helpful if you want to give your sticker set a more professional and complete appearance.

Editing Your Sticker Pack

Once created, you’re not locked into the original version of your sticker pack. The @Stickers bot allows you to manage your stickers with ease:

• /addsticker – Add a new sticker to an existing set
• /delsticker – Remove a sticker from a set
• /ordersticker – Reorder existing stickers
• /setpackicon – Update or add an icon to your pack

All of these management tasks are handled through the @Stickers bot interface, making it easy even for beginners to maintain their packs over time.

Advanced Tip: Animated Stickers

Telegram also supports animated stickers using the TGS (Lottie for Telegram) file format. Designing animated stickers requires more advanced tools and understanding of vector animations. Tools like Adobe After Effects paired with the Lottie plugin are typically used.

• Format: .tgs
• Resolution: 512×512 pixels
• Frame rate: Up to 60 FPS

While more complex, animated stickers can dramatically enhance user engagement and visual appeal.

Sharing and Promoting Your Sticker Pack

Congratulations — you’ve created a Telegram sticker pack! Now it’s time to get it into the hands of people. Telegram provides a simple link you can share:

https://t.me/addstickers/YourPackName

Some ideas for promoting your stickers include:

• Sharing the link on social media
• Embedding in blogs or websites
• Participating in Telegram communities that welcome custom stickers
• Submitting to sticker aggregator channels or websites

Important Notes on Copyright and Community Guidelines

Telegram’s sticker platform is generous, but it still has rules. Avoid uploading copyrighted images, logos, or artwork you do not have permission to use. Stickers that violate copyright or contain adult content may be blocked or removed without warning.

It’s always recommended to create original content or use media that is clearly within public domain or licensed for reuse. This not only avoids legal problems, but also adds credibility and uniqueness to your sticker pack.

Conclusion

Creating your own sticker pack in Telegram is a rewarding and creative process, whether you’re a designer looking to showcase your work or a user wanting to personalize chats. With the help of Telegram’s @Stickers bot, even users with limited technical skills can bring their sticker ideas to life.

By following the design guidelines, adhering to the steps outlined above, and promoting your sticker sets appropriately, your creations can reach thousands of Telegram users within just a few clicks. The key is to plan thoughtfully, design consistently, and engage with your audience to make your sticker pack truly stand out.

Now it’s your turn: brainstorm an idea, grab your favorite design tool, and start creating something fun, expressive, and all your own!