What is the Post It ad format?

Someone writes a short message on a sticky note and holds it up to the camera — sometimes flipping through a few notes in sequence. The handwritten, lo-fi feel makes it feel personal and unpolished, which is exactly why it stops the scroll: it doesn't look like an ad. Use it when you want to say something direct or urgent without the weight of a talking head or slick production.

Medium

Video or Static

Funnel fit

Top to mid funnel

When to use the Post It format

Simple, punchy messages. Works well for urgency, reminders, or direct-address concepts ("Hey, you — stop scrolling").

Creative mechanic pairings

Formats and mechanics work together — format defines the vessel, mechanic defines the cognitive move inside it. The Post It format pairs naturally with:

Trojan Horse

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19 Recent Post It Ads on Meta

Top brands running the Post It format

Ranked by unique ads tagged Post It in Motion's dataset.

Formats often paired with Post It

When Post It appears on a creative in Motion's dataset, these formats show up alongside it most often. Share reflects co-occurrence frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Post It ad format?

Text or message written on a sticky note shown to the camera. The hook is the informal, handwritten delivery.

Is Post It a video or static format?

Post It is a video or static format.

When should I use the Post It format?

Simple, punchy messages. Works well for urgency, reminders, or direct-address concepts ("Hey, you — stop scrolling")

Where does Post It fit in the paid social funnel?

TOF–MOF — casual format earns attention through its informality

What creative mechanics pair with Post It?

The Post It format pairs with Trojan Horse.