Google’s Keep app has undergone a vibrant redesign with the introduction of Material 3 for Android users. Known for its versatility, the Keep app serves a variety of purposes—from creating shopping lists with checkboxes to jotting down quick notes and storing contact information. The app seamlessly syncs content across devices via the cloud, allowing easy access to your notes and lists whether you’re on your phone or laptop.
Despite initial concerns about its future, Google has recently released an update that enhances the Keep app with a modern Material 3 design. This update, marked as version 5.25.252.00.90, opts for an Expressive design aesthetic. Notably, the account switcher and hamburger menu are no longer housed within the search bar, making navigation more straightforward.
The updated note-taking interface now features buttons with rounded corners and contrasting backgrounds, alongside dynamic theming that adapts to the prominent colors of your wallpaper. Additionally, toolbox icons at the top of the app have been enlarged and redesigned, following the same rounded corner and contrast principles. Image previews within notes have also received a makeover, with new margins and rounded corners enhancing the overall visual appeal.
While this new user interface is currently rolling out alongside the latest app version in the Google Play Store, some users report it being a server-side update. For instance, it has yet to appear on the Keep app installed on certain devices, such as the Pixel 6 Pro. Personally, I find Google Keep an invaluable tool for organizing lists and notes, with the added benefit of cross-device syncing.
Whether I use my Pixel 6 Pro or access the app on an iPhone, my content remains synchronized, making task management efficient and convenient.