Sticky Notes and Page Flags

Size, stick and sheet count on every pack

The size, such as 3 by 3 inches for general notes, 1.5 by 2 inches for small reminders or 4 by 6 for longer messages, decides how much you can write. Sheets per pad and pads per pack multiply, so a 12-pad pack of 100-sheet pads holds twelve times the paper of a single pad. Adhesive strength varies: standard notes lift clean from paper, while Super Sticky versions grip vertical, textured or glossy surfaces but may mark delicate paper.

Notes, flags and tabs do different jobs

Notes carry writing; flags and tabs only point. Narrow film flags in transparent or bright colors mark a line of text without hiding it, while paper tabs take a written label. Neon and pastel sets help you code topics, bright colors show up in a stack, and pale ones read better under pen. If you plan to print on notes, use only pads sold as printer-compatible, since an ordinary pad can jam inside a printer.

Questions about Sticky Notes and Page Flags

Will sticky notes damage paint or paper?

They are designed to peel off cleanly, but strong adhesives, old paper, fresh paint or long contact can lift fibers or finish. Use standard strength on delicate surfaces and test a hidden spot before using stronger notes on walls.

Can I print on sticky notes?

Only if the listing says it is made for printers. Ordinary pads can peel apart and jam in the feed path, and heat from a laser printer can soften the adhesive. Printer-ready versions exist for this purpose.

What size of sticky note should I buy?

Three by three inches is the all-round size for messages and to-do items. Smaller notes such as 1.5 by 2 inches suit page markers and short reminders, and 4 by 6 inch notes fit lists or brainstorming. Cubes hold several hundred sheets of one size.