Chrome for Android tests a new UI for downloads and other notifications

Google Chrome for Android has undergone several changes over the years and, while the most recent and significant undoubtedly relates to the adoption of the Material You of Android 12, a review of the UI relating to downloads and other warnings is now being tested. in the app through the classic snack bar at the bottom.

When you download a file or image, Google Chrome for Android shows a snack bar at the bottom of the screen that includes the name of the downloaded file and the possibility of knowing more details and, when the download is complete, the Open option. and the close button.

Now, as mentioned at the beginning, Google is working to modernize the appearance of its mobile browser: tests are underway for a new dedicated banner that takes the place of the aforementioned snack bar and is shown at the top of the screen.

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In addition to presenting forms more in line with the design language of Android 12, this new banner stands out for more information made immediately visible, such as the size of the file and the domain of the site from which the download is made. Details and Open remain in any case present in the right part of the banner, while the close button is replaced by the possibility of eliminating the notification by swiping to the right or left.

The overall look is clearly more modern and pleasant, but it would probably have been more convenient to show this banner at the bottom of the screen. The same banner is also used for other Google Chrome pop-up alerts and notifications.

How to download the latest version of Google Chrome for Android

The latest version of Google Chrome for Android devices is available for download from the Google Play Store via the badge below. In any case, the novelty described was found only on Google Pixel 6 Pro with Android 12 (here is our test ) and Google Chrome 95, while there is still no special flag.

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