Chrome for Android has introduced the Material 3 Expressive redesign in its version 141, aligning the browser with the latest visual standards set by Google. This update focuses on aesthetic enhancements, providing users with a fresh, consistent app experience without altering functionality.
Design Changes and Features
The update features a revamped three-dot menu, where key actions like forward, bookmark, and download are encased in circular icons for easy access. In the Tab Grid view, the plus button now appears inside a rounded square, enhancing the clarity of tab management, including Incognito and Groups.
- Dynamic Color supports personalization by matching the UI with users' wallpapers or chosen color palettes.
- The update includes segmented progress indicators with rounded corners and a star icon for bookmarks placed on a square background.
Availability and Activation
This redesign rollout is server-side, meaning not all users will see the changes immediately. Users can manually initiate the update by force-stopping the app via settings (Settings → Apps → Chrome → Force Stop) and reopening it.
Overall, while the update primarily alters the look and feel, it leaves the underlying functionality unchanged. Users will appreciate the updated aesthetic that retains the familiarity of Chrome for Android's interface.
