How to Make Digital Stickers: Individual PNGs & GoodNotes Sticker Books

Digital stickers are a fun and creative way to customize your digital planner or notebook in GoodNotes. Whether you want to design cute stickers for personal use or organize them into a sticker book, this guide will show you how to create both individual PNG stickers (ZIP file format) and a GoodNotes sticker book for easy access.

Step 1: Design Your Digital Stickers

Before making digital stickers, you need a design tool. Here are some great options:

Best Tools for Designing Digital Stickers

  • Procreate (iPad) – Great for hand-drawn stickers with a transparent background.
  • Canva – Beginner-friendly and perfect for pre-made elements.
  • Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop – Ideal for high-quality, scalable designs.
  • Affinity Designer – A great alternative to Adobe software with excellent vector tools.

Design Tips for Digital Stickers

  • Use high resolution (300 DPI) for clear, sharp stickers.
  • Save each sticker with a transparent background (PNG format) to make them easy to layer.
  • Stick to a consistent theme for an organized look.
  • Test your stickers in GoodNotes to check for sizing and clarity.

Step 2: Export Your Stickers as PNG Files

Once your stickers are ready, export them properly so they can be used in GoodNotes.

Creating Individual PNG Stickers (ZIP File Method)

  1. Save each sticker as a separate PNG file with a transparent background.
  2. Place all PNGs into a single folder.
  3. Compress the folder into a ZIP file:
    • Mac: Right-click > Compress.
    • Windows: Right-click > Send to > Compressed Folder.
  4. Store the ZIP file in cloud storage or your device for easy access.

This method is perfect for those who prefer manually dragging and dropping stickers into their GoodNotes planner.

Creating a GoodNotes Sticker Book

A GoodNotes sticker book keeps all your stickers in one organized file, making it easier to access and use them within the app.

How to Make a GoodNotes Sticker Book

  1. Open GoodNotes and create a new notebook with a blank or grid template.
  2. Import a sticker book template (or design your own with labeled tabs for different sticker categories).
  3. Insert your PNG stickers onto each page, arranging them neatly.
  4. Resize stickers as needed and make sure they are easy to select and copy.
  5. Export the sticker book as a GoodNotes file:
    • Tap the Share/Export icon.
    • Select Export as GoodNotes File.
    • Save it to your device or cloud storage for quick access.

Step 3: Using Your Digital Stickers in GoodNotes

Once your stickers are saved in either PNG or GoodNotes format, here’s how to use them:

Importing PNG Stickers into GoodNotes

  1. Open GoodNotes and go to the page where you want to add stickers.
  2. Tap the Image Tool and select a sticker from your camera roll or files.
  3. Resize and place the sticker wherever you want.

Using a GoodNotes Sticker Book

  1. Import the GoodNotes sticker book file into the app.
  2. Navigate to the sticker tab you want to use.
  3. Use the Lasso Tool to select a sticker.
  4. Tap Copy and paste it onto your planner page.

Final Thoughts

Creating digital stickers for GoodNotes is a fun and rewarding process. Whether you prefer using individual PNG stickers or an organized GoodNotes sticker book, both methods allow you to personalize your digital planner with ease. Try making your own set and enjoy a more creative and customized planning experience!

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