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<p>Google Contacts app for Android has a fresh new look. It features a modern, pill-shaped scrollbar and a simplified menu for a smoother user experience.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Key takeaways</h4>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Google Contacts app for Android adopts a sleek, pill-shaped scrollbar with dynamic theming.</li>



<li>The update removes the search bar&#8217;s overflow menu, streamlining access to features like &#8220;Select all.&#8221;</li>



<li>The redesign aligns with Google’s Material You aesthetic, creating a cohesive look across Google apps.</li>



<li>This server-side update is rolling out gradually, so users may want to check their Play Store updates.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Revamped scrollbar with modern look and better usability</h2>



<p>The <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.contacts&amp;hl=en_IN&amp;pli=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Google Contacts app</a> for Android has received a stylish redesign focusing on improving user experience.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The traditional, blocky scrollbar has been replaced with a streamlined, pill-shaped version.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This new design not only makes <a href="https://octet.design/journal/mobile-navigation-design-examples-and-complete-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">navigation</a> more manageable but also enhances the visual appeal of the app, providing a more enjoyable user experience.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This new design embraces Google’s Material You philosophy, which is seen in features like the Pixel Launcher’s app drawer.&nbsp;</p>



<p>It brings a cleaner and more cohesive aesthetic to the Contacts app.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Simplified search bar for faster access</h2>



<p>In addition to the scrollbar update, Google has removed the overflow menu from the search bar.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Previously, actions like &#8220;Select all&#8221; were hidden under a drop-down menu, requiring extra taps.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Now, users can access this option simply by long-pressing on one or multiple contacts. This reduces the steps needed to complete everyday tasks, making the app more efficient and user-friendly.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rolling out gradually with dynamic theming</h2>



<p>The refreshed Google Contacts app will roll out gradually to users as a server-side update.&nbsp;</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re eager to experience the changes, we encourage you to check for updates on the Play Store or try force-closing the app to prompt the update.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This redesign marks another step in Google’s commitment to a more seamless and <a href="https://octet.design/journal/how-visual-design-influences-ux-design/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">visually</a> unified Android experience. Each update aligns closer to its Material You design standards.</p>



<p>Source: <a href="https://www.msn.com/en-in" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">MSN India</a></p>



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