Google Messages rolls out new gestures and floating menu

Google Messages now shows a floating menu next to a message on long-press, with a blurred background and quick actions, plus the ability to select specific text snippets instead of copying the whole message. Swiping left reveals timestamps and RCS encryption status, while swiping right on a bubble replies instantly. The rollout is server-side, so not all phones get it at once.

• Long-press opens a floating menu beside the bubble: reply, forward, copy, star, delete
• Users can select specific text snippets like codes or addresses instead of copying the whole message
• Swipe left shows timestamps and RCS encryption status, swipe right on a bubble replies instantly
• Rollout is server-side and tied to build 20260910_03_RC02