Google is testing Material 3 Expressive components in a beta version of its Files app. Changes include centrally placed, redesigned floating buttons, larger thumbnails, and a new progress bar design.

Google recently unveiled Android’s Material 3 Expressive redesign. This bold design refresh will be available on Pixel devices later this year and will extend to the Android and Wear OS ecosystems.

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Google’s currently updating its Android library with Material 3 Expressive design language. Following an initial look last month, we’ve spotted further signs of Files by Google’s M3E redesign. The app ...

The default file manager of Android, Files by Google, has started getting the new Material 3 Expressive design profile. It uses the bolder icons, darker colors, and a flat redesign for a modern look.

Google’s recently announced Material 3 Expressive design will roll out with Android later this year. However, it will eventually expand across the full Google app ecosystem. Ahead of the official ...