A sticker grid is the secret to producing a set instead of one-off images. It is a single image divided into equal cells — each cell becomes one sticker. Drawing or arranging your art on a grid means every sticker ends up the same size and evenly spaced, which is exactly what the HailouTec cutter expects when you split a sheet. This guide explains the grid and how to use a template to plan a set. For splitting an existing grid, see how to split a sticker sheet →
What is a sticker grid?
Imagine a table where each square holds one sticker. Exported as one image, that table is a “sticker sheet.” Common layouts are 4×4 or 8×8 cells. When you load the sheet into a cutter, it detects the grid and separates each cell into its own PNG.
Why use a grid template
- Uniform size. Every cell is identical, so stickers match.
- Even spacing. No manual aligning of separate files.
- One export. Produce a full set in a single image.
- Easy splitting. A regular grid splits cleanly with no guesswork.
How to use a grid template
1. Set up the canvas
Create a square canvas and divide it into equal cells (for example 4 columns × 4 rows). Keep cell borders consistent so the cutter can detect them.
2. Place one sticker per cell
Draw or paste one sticker into each cell, centered with a little margin. Avoid art bleeding across cell lines — that confuses the splitter.
3. Export the sheet
Save the whole grid as a PNG. This single file is your sticker sheet.
4. Split with the cutter
Load the sheet into the cutter, let it detect the grid, and split into individual 320×320 (or appropriately sized) cells. Each becomes a ready sticker.
5. Clean and export
Per cell, remove the background if needed, then export transparent PNGs for the LINE Sticker Maker.
Grid planning tips
- Match the final size. If each sticker should be 320×320, a 4×4 grid is 1280×1280.
- Leave gutters. A little space between cells prevents bleed during splitting.
- Keep a consistent style. A set reads best when cells share a look.
- Plan the count. Know how many stickers you need before filling the grid.
FAQ
Do I need to print the template?
No — “printable” just means it is a layout you can also print for sketching. Digitally, you work directly in the file.
What grid size should I use?
Any regular grid works. 4×4 is common for small sets; larger grids suit bigger sets. The key is equal cells.
Can the cutter detect any grid?
A regular grid with consistent spacing detects cleanly. Irregular or borderless grids are harder, so keep cells uniform.
How do I turn the grid into stickers?
Split it with the cutter →, then clean and export each cell as a transparent PNG.
Build your next set on a grid, then split it in seconds with the free LINE sticker cutter →