How to make stickers like on iPhone on Android Xiaomi

Xiaomi and Redmi users are often envious of iPhone owners who have been able to create stickers straight from photos in iOS 18. This feature looks spectacular and allows you to personalize communication in instant messengers. However, the Android ecosystem, and in particular the shell of MIUI or HyperOS, does not have a built-in counterpart out of the box with the same visual style.

You don't need super-user rights or complex code manipulation to do it. The whole process relies on specialized applications to cut objects and add a wiring that's typical of Apple. The key here is to properly adjust the contour thickness and color to mimic the native style of iOS. In this article, we'll look at all the methods available.

Creating these chat decor elements is a quick way to stand out on Telegram, WhatsApp, or Viber. You can turn photos of friends, pets, or even yourself into unique emojis. The quality of the final image depends on the original image and the processing tool you choose. Let's get to the practical part.

Preparation of the original image and choice of method

The first step is to choose the right photo. To make the sticker look good and resemble the original iPhone, the object in the photo should be clearly visible. It is desirable that the background is contrasting or monochromatic, which will make it easier for algorithms to automatically remove the background. Blurred images can give a bad result when cutting.

There are two main ways to do this: using third-party editorial applications or using browser-based neural networks. The first option is more reliable because it allows you to fine-tune the wiring settings. The second option is faster, but requires a stable Internet connection. Both methods work consistently on Xiaomi devices.

It's important to understand that the standard MIUI gallery can cut objects, but it doesn't always add that white edge automatically to the format you want to stick, so external software is still necessary to finalize the image, and you don't have to try to do it with standard photo editing tools if you want to get the Apple style.

Using the Stickify app for the perfect copy

One of the most popular solutions that replicates the style of iOS as closely as possible is the Stickify app, which is specifically designed to create white-winded stickers. After installing from Google Play or GetApps, run the program and select a photo from your Xiaomi gallery.

The interface is simple: once you upload the photo, the algorithm will automatically delete the background, you just have to adjust the contour settings, and in the editing menu, find the slider that determines the thickness of the line (Stroke) and set the value that corresponds to the style of the iPhone (usually averages), and you can add shadow for the volume.

• 📸 Upload a photo and wait for automatic background removal by the neural network.
• 🎨 Choose the color of the thread – classic white or black for a dark theme.
• 💾 Save the result in format PNG maintain transparency.
• 📤 Export the finished file to the desired application or gallery.

⚠️ Note: When saving, be sure to choose the format PNG. Format JPEG Add a white background instead of a transparent one, which will ruin the look of the sticker in the chat.

The advantage of Stickify is that it allows you to create whole packs and export them directly to Telegram or WhatsApp.This saves time if you plan to make a series of stickers. the app is free and doesn't require complex setup.

Alternative: PicsArt editor and manual setup

If specialized apps don't suit you, you can use the powerful PicsArt editor that many Android users have, which gives you more control over details, but requires you to do a few steps manually. First upload photos and use the Tools → Cut to remove backgrounds.

Once the object is cut, go to the effects menu and find the Outline option, where the key is to choose the color: Set the white color (#FFFFFF) and size the wiring so that it doesn't overlap the face or object, but is visible.

You can also add extra effects to PicsArt, such as light glow or shadow, to make the sticker look more "live" in dark chats. However, try not to overdo it, as Apple's style is minimalist and clean lines. After you finish editing, save the image.

Creating Stickers Through Online Services Without Installation

For those who don’t want to clog up their smartphone memory with unnecessary apps, there are online tools. Sites like Sticker Maker or various AI-based generators let you upload photos, delete backgrounds and add a stroke right in your Chrome browser or MI Browser on your Xiaomi.

The process is, you go to a site, you upload an image, and the server processing does everything for you. It's convenient if you need to make one or two stickers urgently. However, the cut quality can vary depending on the complexity of the photo and the server load.

Using online services also raises the issue of privacy: Don't upload personal or photos to unknown sites; for everyday use, it's better to install a proven app that runs locally on the device.

How to add ready-made stickers to Telegram and WhatsApp

Once you have created an image with a transparent background and white thread, it needs to be added to the messenger. On Telegram, this is done via the bot @Stickers. Send the bot the command /newpack, follow the instructions and download files one at a time. Importantly, the image should be square and have a size of 512x512 pixels for perfect display.

WhatsApp makes it even easier. Open any chat, click on a clip (or plus), select "Stickers" and then "Create a new sticker." The app will suggest you select a photo from the gallery. If you saved the sticker as a picture, WhatsApp will suggest adding it to the set.

For Xiaomi users with HyperOS shell, there is an option to use widgets or themes, but they don’t give the same effect in third-party apps as native messenger stickers.

Typical mistakes and tips for improving quality

A common problem is the appearance of "artifacts" or background residues around the object, which occurs if the original photo was of poor quality or the cutting algorithm is wrong. In such cases, use the Lastik tool in the editor to manually clean the edges before adding a stroke.

Another mistake is that the skin is too thick. In iOS style, the outline is thin and neat. If you make it too greasy, the sticker will look rough and unprofessional. The optimal thickness of the skin is about 3-5% of the width of the image.

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Tip: Before you add to the chat, open the sticker to the full screen and look at it from arm's length. If the contours are choppy or too conspicuous, reduce the thickness.

Also, watch for resolution. Don't use a 4K photo for stickers, it's redundant and can cause lags when you send it, and it's optimal to compress the image to reasonable limits, keeping the contours clear.

Customization Opportunities in MIUI and HyperOS

While Xiaomi doesn’t have a built-in Photo Stickers feature on the system level, the shell offers other ways to personalize: You can use a design theme that changes the style of system emojis, although it’s not the same as custom stickers. Some themes in GetThemes already contain sets similar to iOS.

And in the latest versions of MIUI, we've got a smart cut feature in the gallery, so if you press a photo for a long time, the system will try to cut it out, and you can copy the cut object and paste it into the sticker app, which will speed up the process in the first step.

⚠️ Note: Smart cut function does not work correctly on all models; on older devices with Snapdragon processors of the initial series, it may be absent or work slowly.

Using a bundle of Xiaomi system features and third-party apps gives the best result.Don’t limit yourself to one method, experiment with different editors to find the one that gives the best picture for your specific photos.

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The main secret of success is the use of the PNG format with transparency and neat white fretwork with a thickness of no more than 5-7 pixels.

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