- Google is testing a new “folder” icon in the main header to provide instant access to on-device media.
- The Collections tab may receive a visual refresh featuring color-filled buttons for top shortcuts.
Google is hard at work making Google Photos better than ever. We’ve spotted the company working on a date label toggle for a more immersive Photos tab and on additional customization options for collages. There are more changes to uncover, namely a new shortcut for on-device folders and UI changes for the Collections tab.
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Google Photos could soon add a shortcut for your on-device folders
Google Photos is the only media and gallery app on Pixel smartphones. The default Photos view is great for bringing together photos you click on your phone, but it’s not great at showcasing your on-device folders. Google has a dedicated “On this device” section in the Collections tab that lists all the folders on your phone with photos and videos, including screenshots and folders created by third-party apps. However, for most people, this is easy to miss unless they already know it exists.
