Using stickers in WhatsApp - how to do it

Since an update in 2018, a new function for sending stickers has been available to all WhatsApp users. How to use the funny images, which are much larger than emojis, on your smartphone and find new stickers, you can learn here.

How to download and use stickers in WhatsApp

In addition to emojis and GIFs, you also have the option of sending stickers to individual friends or in group chats when chatting with WhatsApp.

1. If you want to send a sticker to one of your WhatsApp contacts, open the corresponding chat and tap the "Emojis icon" next to the input field.
2. Then select the sticker icon at the bottom right to get an overview of all available stickers.
3. Now search for the sticker you want to send and tap on it. The sticker is then sent immediately, without confirmation is necessary.
4. If you do not find a suitable among the existing stickers, click on the "plus icon" in the sticker overview to download new sticker sets.
5. Were the download successful, this is indicated by a green check mark, and the stickers are available for you to use.

These additional features for stickers offers WhatsApp

To make it easier for you to use stickers, WhatsApp offers you some additional features. For example, you can find your most recently used stickers faster by tapping the "clock icon" in the sticker overview. Also, you can mark your favorite stickers with a star by holding it down in the chat or overview and tapping on "Add".