Google has expanded beta access to a redesigned long‑press menu in Messages, adding a blur background and new copy actions to improve one‑handed usage.
Google is widening the beta rollout of a refreshed long‑press menu in its Messages app, adding a subtle blur background and new copy‑to‑clipboard actions aimed at making one‑handed use smoother.
What’s new in the redesigned menu
When users press and hold on a message bubble, the menu now appears on a semi‑transparent, blurred surface that separates the options from the chat background, reducing visual clutter.
The updated set of actions includes “Copy text,” “Copy link,” and “Copy address,” giving users quick shortcuts to grab specific content without opening a separate dialog.
Design tweaks for one‑handed handling
Google’s design team adjusted the menu’s placement so that it leans toward the thumb side of the screen on larger phones, a change that mirrors the company’s recent focus on ergonomics across Android.
The blur effect also helps the menu stand out on bright or busy chat backgrounds, making the options easier to tap without accidental mis‑presses.
Availability and feedback
The redesign is currently available to a broader group of beta testers, though it has not yet reached the stable channel. Google encourages participants to share their impressions through the in‑app feedback form.
- Blurred menu background for better contrast
- New copy actions for text, links, and addresses
- Thumb‑friendly placement on large screens
- Beta‑only rollout with feedback collection
If the changes prove popular, the company plans to push the updated menu to all Android users later this year.