WhatsApp has also replaced the pill-shaped tab selection with a circular highlight that reflects the selected icon
In an exciting update, WhatsApp has launched a redesigned bottom navigation bar for Android users, bringing a refreshed interface with floating elements, a progressive blur effect and a compact layout that adapts to scrolling.
As per WABetaInfo, the latest design is accessible to select users downloading the WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.26.45.5.
Unlike the previous layout, the redesigned navigation bar no longer touches the edges of the screen.
Additionally, the Meta-owned WhatsApp has replaced the pill-shaped tab selection with a circular highlight that reflects the selected icon.
One of the standout updates is the bar’s ability to adjust its size while users browse their chats. As users scroll down and height, revolutionising into a compact floating pill while keeping its icons visible
When users scroll back up, the bar automatically returns to its original size.
Moreover, WhatsApp’s new update rolls out a progressive blur effect beneath the navigation bar, offering an improved visual transition between the interface and the background.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp Plus subscribers can choose a different accent colour, which will also appear on the selected navigation tab.
WhatsApp new feature’s availability
Currently, WhatsApp’s redesigned navigation bar is only available for certain beta testers, with broader accessibility expected to be announced in the near future.
Syeda Fazeelat Fatima is a journalist, covering developments in healthcare, medical research, digital innovation, and technology
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