How to Use Digital Stickers in Your Planner
~Digital stickers are the secret to making your digital planner both beautiful and functional. Whether you're new to digital planning or looking for fresh ideas, this guide will show you exactly how to use digital stickers to transform your planning experience.
Getting Started with Digital Stickers
What You'll Need
- A tablet (iPad, Android tablet, or even a computer)
- A note-taking app (GoodNotes, Notability, etc.)
- A digital planner or notebook
- Digital sticker packs
Sticker File Types
- PNG files - Individual stickers with transparent backgrounds
- Pre-cropped stickers - Ready to use in GoodNotes Elements
- Sticker sheets - Multiple stickers that need cropping
Importing Stickers to Your App
GoodNotes Method
- Open GoodNotes and tap the Elements icon (sticker symbol)
- Tap the + button to create a new collection
- Name your collection (e.g., "Functional" or "Decorative")
- Import your sticker files from Files or Photos
- Your stickers are now ready to use!
Notability Method
- Open your planner in Notability
- Tap the + button in the toolbar
- Select "Image" or "Add Photo"
- Navigate to your sticker file and insert
- Resize and position as needed
Functional Ways to Use Stickers
Date and Header Stickers
- Month headers for monthly spreads
- Day of week labels for weekly views
- Date boxes for daily pages
- Year markers for annual planning
Task Management Stickers
- Checkbox stickers for to-do lists
- Priority flags (high/medium/low)
- Due date markers
- "Done" stamps for completed tasks
Appointment Stickers
- Work meeting icons
- Doctor/dentist markers
- Social event stickers
- Reminder flags
Habit Tracking Stickers
- Water drop stickers for hydration
- Exercise icons
- Mood indicators
- Sleep tracking elements
Decorative Ways to Use Stickers
Page Decoration
- Corner flourishes
- Decorative banners and ribbons
- Cute characters
- Seasonal themes
Creating Themes
- Match stickers to seasons or holidays
- Coordinate colors across your planner
- Use character stickers consistently
- Create monthly themes
Tips for Using Stickers Effectively
Balance Function and Decoration
- Use functional stickers first
- Add decorative elements to fill empty spaces
- Don't let decoration overwhelm important info
- Maintain readability
Creating Visual Hierarchy
- Larger stickers for important items
- Consistent placement for categories
- Color-coding for quick scanning
Avoiding Common Mistakes
- Too many stickers make pages cluttered
- Inconsistent styles look messy
- Covering important content
- Spending more time decorating than planning
Organizing Your Sticker Collection
Create Logical Categories
- Dates and headers
- Tasks and checkboxes
- Appointments
- Decorative elements
- Seasonal/themed
Quick Access Tips
- Pin favorite stickers in GoodNotes
- Create a "most used" collection
- Remove stickers you never use
- Keep seasonal stickers in separate folders
Building Your Sticker Collection
Start with essentials and grow over time:
- Basic functional stickers (dates, checkboxes)
- A few decorative sets you love
- Seasonal additions throughout the year
- Special sets for specific needs
Ready to beautify your planner? Browse our digital stationery collection for sticker packs designed specifically for digital planning!
