Where’s my timestamp? Google Messages is updating its UI, and users are confused
Messages introduces new swipe controls for your chat's metadata.
In 2024, Google began developing a new interface for Messages that would allow users to view timestamps through swipe gestures. This updated interface is now being rolled out to a growing number of users. An additional feature of the new design is the ability to directly reply by swiping right.
When examining past text message history, metadata is just as revealing as the texts and GIFs themselves. It provides valuable information about when messages were sent, whether they were encrypted, and if they were successfully received. However, users who opened Google Messages this week may have noticed a change in how they can access this metadata.
Previously, tapping on a message in their chat history would display metadata at the bottom, including the timestamp, delivery status, and encryption details. Yet, a new design is being gradually introduced, altering the way users view this information. While the improvements are not specified in the source, the change in access method has left some users feeling confused.
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