Not too long ago, we followed rumors that Google was working on a redesign for Google Messages. It’s going to bring some subtle yet noticeable changes to the home page. Well, the Google Messages redesign is finally rolling out, according to 9To5Google.
Google has been in the process of redesigning the app’s home screen for a few months, so we’re just now seeing it in action. Since this is a software update, there’s a chance that you won’t see it right away.
It may take some time to make it to your device. If you want to check for it, you can go to the Play Store and check for an update. If you still don’t see it after updating your app, then you’ll have to wait.
The Google Messages redesign is now rolling out
This isn’t a major redesign of the app. It just changes some aspects of the home screen. One thing you’ll notice is the change to the search feature. Previously, you saw a search bar across the top. However, this time around, you just see a search button on the top right of the UI right next to your profile picture.
Tapping on it will bring up a dedicated search page with your most recently contacted contacts. Under that, you’ll see a grid of filters to help you refine your search. These filters are Unread, Known, Unknown, Starred, Images, Videos, Places, and Links.
The next change to the interface is the banner across the top. The app has a two-toned look to it, and the top bar will be a different shade from the rest of the interface. In the Banner, we see the Google logo on the left with the text “Messages” right next to it.
The next change is the lack of the hamburger-style menu that used to be on the top left of the UI. This menu housed the starred and archived messages, Spam & blocked messages, device pairing settings, and the theme setting.
Now, you can find most of those settings in the floating window that pops up when you tap on your profile picture. All that’s missing is the theme setting button. That will be found under the Messages settings section.