When using Discord, the most common problem you’ll see is “Discord sticker invalid asset”. It is not new at all and has always been consumer-centric.
When submitting a sticker to Discord, you may receive an “invalid asset” warning even if you have the sticker in the correct size, PNG or APNG format, and name.
While it’s not that hard to fix, no Discard sticker seems to be discussing the fastest and easiest ways to fix a faulty asset.
This post will cover the issue in detail. Additionally, I’ve included a few helpful tools that will enable you to edit the dimensions, format, and size of the sticker.
Now let’s go.
Why does it mention invalid asset in discord sticker?
When uploading a sticker to Discord, the user may see an invalid asset issue.There are several possible causes for this. There are several possible causes for this. For example, wrong dimensions, wrong file format, and using GIF format instead of APNG format. Additionally, factors like solid background and file size may also be responsible for your inability to upload stickers.
The following is a list of reasons for Discord’s “Invalid Asset” message:
- The file format is invalid.
- The file dimension is invalid.
- Do not use animated images in the correct format.
- File size exceeded.
- Solid background.
Also, there may be additional reasons other than the ones listed above, such as server issues.
What are discord sticker requirements?
Not every GIF or image on Discord can be used as a sticker. When uploading stickers, there are specific file formats, sticker sizes, etc. that must be followed.
All terms for custom stickers are already covered in the Discord FAQs section.
The following are the basic file specifications for a Discord sticker:
- Static image format: PNG
- Animated Image(GIFs) format: APNG
- File dimension: 320×320 px
- File size: less than 512KB
- Background(optional): Transparent
It is also important for you to know how many stickers you can use. Five free sticker spaces are available on each server. Also, as your boosting level increases, so do your vacancies.
- Default: 5 Stickers
- Level 1: 15 Stickers
- Level 2: 30 Stickers
- Level 3: 60 Stickers
The next step, if you’re a Discord server user, is to enable “Expression Permissions” so you can upload and create custom stickers from your admin.
How to solve discord sticker invalid asset error?
Make sure you are using the PNG file format for images and the APNG format for animated graphics to resolve the Invalid Asset error on Discord. Additionally, when sending a sticker to a Discord server, verify that the file size is less than 512KB, has a transparent background, and has valid dimensions of 320 pixels by 320 pixels.
Here’s a comprehensive, step-by-step guide:
#1 Upload correct sticker format
According to the Discord FAQ page, you should use the correct file format before uploading it.
So, if you are trying to upload files, make sure they are in PNG format for static images and APNG format for animated files.
Be careful about converting any files you have to other formats—JPG, WEBP, etc.—using an online file converter tool.
Convert any image to PNG:
Use this tool, https://cloudconvert.com/image-converter to convert any image to PNG format. Any file format can be converted to the desired format (PNG in our case).
Convert from GIF to APNG:
Before submitting anything to a Discord server in GIF format, make sure you convert anything to APNG format beforehand.
Discord may otherwise display an “invalid asset” error.
This simple program will enable you to convert any GIF to APNG: GIF to APNG Conversion at https://cloudconvert.com/image-converter
Just upload your GIF file, and the program will instantly convert it to APNG format.
#2 Use correct sticker dimension
Even if you’re using the correct format, Discard Sticker may display the wrong asset due to an unacceptable file size.
Under these circumstances, you may receive an error that says, “The maximum dimensions of the sticker have been exceeded.”
Discord support staff say that the correct file dimensions should be 320 pixels by 320 pixels. No other file sizes will be accepted.
To get a correct 320 × 320 pixel dimension file, you can use programs like https://www.iloveimg.com/resize-image.
#3 Upload correct sticker file size
Even if you’ve used the proper format—320 pixels by 320 pixels—you may still receive an error because the file size is too large.
Make sure the file you’re trying to upload, whether it’s APNG or PNG, is no larger than 512KB.
If your file size is too large, you may want to use an online tool like https://imageresizer.com/ to reduce it.
All you have to do is upload the file and select “Less than 512KB” for file size.
#4 Solid image background
Although the Discord support team recommends uploading PNG files with transparent backgrounds, there is no solid evidence to support the idea that solid images are disqualified in Discord.
So, if you’re already using the proper dimensions, format, and 512KB size, make sure to exclude the background as well.
Although you can use any internet program, I like to remove background from any image using https://www.remove.bg/.
#5 Server issues
If you’ve already done everything that was suggested, including removing the backdrop, adjusting the size and dimensions, and formatting correctly, there may still be a problem with the Discord server.
In these situations, you may have to wait a few hours for your wild stickers to be corrected before you can upload them to Discord.
Even when it’s rare, it happens occasionally.
Discord Sticker Converters
In this part of the tutorial, we will discuss a few online file converters to help you format your Discord sticker correctly.
Please review the following list:
- Use this link to convert the file type to PNG: cloudsconvert.com/image-converter
- File conversion from GIF to APNG: can be done at https://www.freeconvert.com/convert/gif-to-apng.
- Go to https://www.iloveimg.com/resize-image to adjust the file dimensions.
- Use https://imageresizer.com/ to modify the file size.
- Background removal can be done at https://www.remove.bg/
PS: Feel free to use an alternative converter program if you choose. If you find any better tools, please use the comment area to let us know. We will look at adding them.
Why is Discord not letting me make stickers?
By turning on or off “Allow Expression”, the server admin can control who is able to add, remove or edit stickers on the Discord server.
If you are unable to create custom stickers, upload stickers, or modify stickers, you must have the necessary rights to upload stickers.
In such cases, ask the server administrator to enable expression permissions.
To enable this go to Server Settings > Roles > Edit Role > Permissions > Create Expression > Manage Expression.
Why can’t I use certain Discord stickers?
You may be using Discord’s free plan if you are unable to use stickers on other servers or elsewhere.
You must upgrade to the Discord Nitro plan to use stickers on Discord without restrictions.
Abstract
This article explains possible causes of the Discord sticker incorrect asset issue as well as possible solutions.
Finally, please make sure that:
- For static files, you use PNG, while for dynamic files, such as GIF, you use APNG.
- Convert all GIF files to APNG and all static images to PNG.
- Verify that the file dimensions are 320 by 320 pixels.
- Verify that the file is not larger than 512 KB.
- Don’t forget to remove the background of the image.
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FAQs
What are the requirements for uploading a Discord sticker to the server?
Make sure you’re using the PNG and APNG formats for image and animation files, respectively, if you want to post a discard sticker without receiving an error. Also, the file size should be less than 512KB and the dimensions should be exactly 320X320 pixels.
How do I make a Discord sticker from a GIF?
Prior to turning your GIF into a Discord sticker, make sure it is converted to APNG format. Next, reduce the size to 512KB using the Internet tool. Additionally, adjust the size to 320 by 320 pixels. Finally upload it to the Discord server.
What is the biggest emoji in Discord?
The default dimension of the discard emoji is 32 by 32 pixels. The largest size you can upload as a custom emoji is 218 by 218 pixels. However, the Discord system will automatically resize it to 32 by 32 pixels.
How do I add a personalized sticker to Discord?
Before you submit a custom sticker to Discord, make sure an administrator has given you permission — more specifically, “expression permission.” You have now posted your sticker on the Discord server. To access it, go to server settings, select the stickers tab, upload a sticker, and select the file.