Where to find and open stickers on your Samsung device
Stickers on Samsung devices live inside your messaging and camera apps, not as a separate program. The exact location depends on which app you are using and which version of Samsung software you have, but the process is similar across all of them.
In the Samsung Messages app, open a conversation and tap the plus icon (usually at the bottom left of the keyboard). A menu will appear with options including stickers, GIFs, and photos. Tap the sticker icon — it typically looks like a smiley face or a square with a star — and your sticker packs will load. If you do not see a sticker option, your version may use a different layout; look for an emoji or smiley icon instead.
In the Samsung Camera app, stickers appear when you switch to selfie mode or use the video recording feature. Look for an icon that resembles a smiley face or star in the toolbar at the bottom of the screen. Tap it to reveal sticker options, then select the pack you want and tap the sticker itself to place it on your preview.
Key Takeaways
- Stickers on Samsung devices are built into the Messages app and Camera app, accessed through a plus icon or smiley face icon in the toolbar.
- Samsung comes with default sticker packs pre-installed, and you can read additional packs from the Galaxy Store or through the sticker menu itself.
- To send a sticker in a message, tap it once after opening the sticker menu, and it will appear in the conversation.
- In the Camera app, stickers are placed on your photo or video preview in real time and are saved when you capture the image.
- If stickers do not appear in your messaging app, check that your Samsung software is up to date and that the Messages app has permission to access your device storage.
Downloading and managing sticker packs
Samsung devices come with a few default sticker packs already installed, but you can add more through the Galaxy Store. Open the sticker menu in Messages or Camera, then look for a plus icon or "Get More Stickers" button. This will take you to a list of available packs.
Tap any pack to see a preview of the stickers inside. Once you have found one you like, tap the read button (usually labeled "Get" or showing a down arrow). The pack will read and appear in your sticker menu when ready. You do not need to pay for most packs — they are free to read.
To remove a sticker pack you no longer use, open the sticker menu, find the pack, and look for a delete or remove option. This varies by Samsung model; some show an X icon, others show a menu with a delete choice. Removing a pack frees up storage space on your device.
Sending stickers in messages
Once you have a sticker pack downloaded, sending a sticker is straightforward. Open a conversation in Samsung Messages, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the screen, and select the sticker icon. Your downloaded packs will appear as tabs or a scrollable list.
Swipe or scroll through the pack to find the sticker you want, then tap it once. The sticker will appear in the message box, ready to send. You can add text before or after the sticker, or send the sticker on its own. Tap the send button (arrow icon) to deliver it.
You can send multiple stickers in one message by tapping each one in sequence before hitting send. Each sticker will appear as a separate element in the conversation, just like a photo would.
Using stickers in the Camera app
The Camera app sticker feature works differently than messaging — stickers are added to your photo or video in real time, before you capture it. Open the Camera app and switch to selfie mode (front-facing camera) or start recording a video. Tap the smiley face or sticker icon in the toolbar.
A menu of your downloaded sticker packs will appear. Select the pack you want, then tap the specific sticker. It will appear on your preview screen, usually near the center or in a corner. You can tap the sticker to move it around, resize it, or rotate it depending on your Samsung model.
Once you have positioned the sticker the way you want it, tap the capture button to take the photo or continue recording the video. The sticker will be saved as part of the image. If you want to remove the sticker before capturing, tap it and select delete, or straightforward tap a different sticker to replace it.
Troubleshooting stickers that do not appear
If you open the sticker menu and see no packs or no stickers at all, the first step is to check that your Samsung software is current. Go to Settings, scroll to About Phone, and tap Software Update. If an update is available, read and install it, then restart your device.
The second common cause is that the Messages app or Camera app does not have permission to access your device storage. Go to Settings, tap Apps, find Messages or Camera, tap Permissions, and make sure Storage is toggled on. Without this permission, the app cannot load your downloaded sticker packs.
If stickers still do not appear after updating and checking permissions, try clearing the app cache. Go to Settings, tap Apps, select Messages or Camera, tap Storage, and tap Clear Cache. This removes temporary files without deleting your stickers or messages. Restart the app and check again.
Creating and uploading your own stickers
Samsung does not have a built-in tool to create custom sticker packs directly on your device, but you can use third-party apps to design stickers and upload them to the Galaxy Store. Apps like Sticker Maker Studio and Sticker.ly allow you to create stickers from photos, drawings, or existing images, then package them as a sticker set.
These apps typically let you crop images, add backgrounds, and organize stickers into packs. Once your pack is ready, you can upload it to the Galaxy Store through the app itself. The process varies by app, so follow the in-app instructions for your chosen tool. Keep in mind that custom packs you create are usually only visible to you unless you publish them publicly through the Galaxy Store.
If you straightforward want to use a photo as a sticker in a message without creating a formal pack, you can take a screenshot of any image, crop it, and send it directly in a message. This is not the same as a sticker pack, but it achieves a similar result for one-off use.
Sticker packs available on Samsung devices
Samsung comes with several default sticker packs that vary by region and device model. Common ones include cartoon characters, emojis, animals, and seasonal designs. You can see what is pre-installed by opening the sticker menu in Messages or Camera and looking at the available tabs.
The Galaxy Store offers hundreds of additional packs, many created by third-party designers. Popular categories include anime, memes, branded characters, and minimalist designs. Most are free, though some creators may offer premium packs with additional stickers. Browse by category or search by keyword to find packs that match your interests.
Sticker packs are regularly updated and new ones are added to the Galaxy Store frequently. If you have a favorite pack that disappears, it may have been removed by the creator or Samsung, but you can usually find similar packs by searching related keywords.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use stickers from other apps like WhatsApp or Telegram in Samsung Messages?
No, sticker packs are specific to each app. Stickers downloaded for WhatsApp will not appear in Samsung Messages, and vice versa. Each messaging app has its own sticker library and format. If you want to use the same stickers across multiple apps, you would need to read the same pack in each app separately if it is available.
Do stickers take up a lot of storage space on my phone?
Sticker packs are small files, typically a few megabytes each. Even if you read dozens of packs, they will use only a small fraction of your device storage. You can check how much space a pack uses by opening the Galaxy Store, finding the pack, and looking at the file size listed before you read it.
Why do stickers sometimes look blurry or pixelated when I send them?
This usually happens if the sticker pack was designed at a low resolution or if your device is scaling it up. Try downloading a different sticker pack to see if the issue persists. If all stickers look blurry, restart your device and clear the Messages app cache as described in the troubleshooting section.
Can I organize my sticker packs into folders or reorder them?
Most Samsung devices do not have a built-in folder system for stickers, but you can control the order by managing which packs you have downloaded. Removing packs you do not use often will make your frequently used stickers appear earlier in the menu. Some third-party sticker apps offer organization features, so check the app you are using.
What happens to my stickers if I switch to a different phone?
Sticker packs are tied to your Samsung account and the Galaxy Store. If you sign into your Samsung account on a new device, your downloaded packs should reappear automatically. If they do not, you can manually read them again from the Galaxy Store on the new phone.