Every iOS update adds new interesting features to your phone. One of them is the possibility to create and add a sticker to a photo. It is available to all users starting with iOS 16. Whether you wish to add a splash of humor with an emoji or a custom sticker that reflects your personality or brand, iPhone can help you with that. With the built-in Photos app, you can easily add stickers to your photos to visually improve them and tell a story that words alone can’t tell.

In this guide, we will walk you through the simple steps of adding stickers to your photos, making them more vibrant and engaging.


Photo Stickers

What are Photo Stickers?

Photo stickers, also known as digital or decorative stickers, are fun graphics you can add to your photos to make them more eye-catching, express feelings, or just make them look cooler, including cutouts made from a subject like a person with a clean background. There are tons of different designs, from cute emojis and silly symbols to themed artworks, and some can even have a white outline depending on the effect you want, so you can jazz up your photos in your style.

Why use stickers on your photos and Instagram stories?

  • Unique Vibe: you can decorate your photos with stickers, turning ordinary moments into amazing visual stories.
  • Instant Eye-Catchers: stickers are great for attracting attention and evoking feelings, making your photos much more interesting and memorable.
  • Better Storytelling: when you tell a story on social media and post stories in a unified style, stickers help to tie all the parts together.
Creative ideas for using stickers on your photos
  • Focus on the emotions: put some fun stickers that capture what you’re feeling, like happiness, love, or a good laugh, to make your pics pop with emotions.
  • Themed Storytelling: use themed sticker packs to tell a cool, unified story for special events, holidays, or trips.
  • Visual Accents: use awesome stickers to spotlight important parts of your photos, making them stand out and adding some flair.

How to add sticker to photo?

  1. Open the Photos app and select a photo from your camera roll.
    2. How to select photo from a Photo Library
  2. Tap Edit in the top right corner.
    3. How to edit photo
  3. …and then the pencil icon
    4. Pencil button to add sticker
  4. In the Markup interface, open the (+) menu and choose “Add Sticker” from the pop-up menu to access the sticker library. If you do not see the sticker options right away, use the arrow icon or more options in the sticker menu to browse.
    5. How to add sticker to a photo
  5. Choose the sticker you want, tap it, then drag it into place. You can resize, rotate, or move it, then tap “Done” to save the edited photo. And that is how to add a sticker to a picture.
    6. How to edit sticker on a photo

How to make custom stickers on iPhone?

Starting with iOS 16, you can create a sticker from any photo on supported Apple devices, including iPhone and iPad. Then, you can add these stickers to messages or photos. Here is how to do it:

  1. In the Photos app, choose the picture you want to make a sticker out of from your Photo Library or a live photo.
  2. Long-press on the object, then tap “Add Sticker,” or copy and paste it into another image or app.
    3. How to create a sticker
  3. It will be automatically added to your sticker library. If you long-press on the sticker there, a menu opens with new sticker effects and editing options:

    Rearrange allows you to organize the Sticker library
    Add Effect helps you to make a sticker more interesting. It even gives you an option of creating a Live Sticker and that is how to make a moving sticker on iPhone
    Delete allows you to remove stickers that you don’t need anymore

    4. How to edit stickers in a library

That’s it! Now, you can create a variety of stickers!


Transfer Photos with a Sticker to PC

Now, if you wish to save the photos with stickers on your PC, we suggest you to use CopyTrans Studio. This program can help you to manage iPhone photos easily.

  1. Download and install CopyTrans Studio.
    2.  Download CopyTrans Studio
  2. Click on the CopyTrans Studio icon. Open the program.
    3. How to open CopyTrans Studio
  3. Choose your iPhone, then Photo Library.
    4. Open iPhone gallery on Windows
  4. Open Photo Library and choose the photos you need. You can drag-and-drop the photos to your PC.

    5. Please find more information on how to save photos on your PC in our guide.


How to add sticker to iPhone photos

FAQ

How can I add stickers to photos on iPhone?

If you want to add stickers to your photos, the easiest way is to use the Photos App on your iPhone. After you tap Edit, open the sticker menu and tap Add Sticker. Play around with different stickers until you find the perfect fit!

Can I use animated stickers on my photos?

Absolutely! Many photo editing apps allow you to use animated stickers. In some cases, an animated sticker can also come from a Live Photo. Just search for an app that offers this feature, and you’ll be able to put stickers that move on your photos to add some flair to them. It’s a fun way to make your photos pop even more!

How do I create my custom stickers?

If you’re feeling crafty and want to create your own stickers, you can use apps like Sticker Maker or Pic Collage. These apps let you design and make custom stickers from your images or drawings. Creating a cutout works best when the subject stands out clearly from the background. Once you’ve created them, you can easily add stickers to photos on your iPhone. You can also create stickers from your photos in your Photos App.

Can I add text along with stickers?

You can add text alongside your stickers. Just select the text tool in the app and type away! In some third-party apps, tap the Camera icon to open the camera before adding stickers. You can adjust the font, size, and color to match your stickers for a cohesive look on your photo.


How do I add a sticker to a photo?

Final Thoughts

Honestly, adding stickers to photos on your iPhone is such a fun little thing to do. You don’t need any extra apps: the Photos app already lets you play around and add stickers with just a few taps. Whether you’re editing a photo for Instagram, sending something funny to a friend, or just personalizing your gallery, iPhone photo stickers make your photos more “yours”. Try a few, mix them up, and you’ll see how a small sticker can completely change the mood of a photo.