Big-screen phone users rejoice! Google Chrome update is now rolling out a much-requested feature for Android users — the ability to move the address bar to the bottom of the screen for easier access. This feature, which was previously available only on iOS, is set to improve one-handed usability and provide a more flexible browsing experience.

What’s New in Google Chrome Update for Android?

Google has officially announced that Android users will soon be able to reposition the address bar in the Chrome app. This means you’ll no longer need to stretch your thumb all the way to the top of your screen just to type a URL or perform a search.

In a recent blog post, Google confirmed this feature will be available widely in the coming weeks, giving Chrome users the flexibility to customize their browsing interface.

Why This Feature Matters

With smartphones getting bigger, reaching the top of the screen can be a hassle, especially when using the phone with one hand. While Android devices do have a built-in one-handed mode, it needs to be activated every time you want to use it.

Moving the address bar to the bottom solves this problem by providing permanent ease of access.

Key Benefits:

Ideal for users with smaller hands
Makes browsing on large phones more comfortable
Helps enhance speed and efficiency during one-handed use

How to Move the Address Bar to the Bottom

Google has made the process of shifting the address bar quite simple and intuitive. Here’s how you can do it:

Method 1: Quick Tap & Hold

Open the Google Chrome app on your Android device
Long press on the address bar
Tap “Move address bar to bottom”

Method 2: Use Chrome Settings

Open the Chrome app
Tap the three-dot menu and go to Settings
Scroll to find “Address bar”
Select either Top or Bottom as your preferred location

Once you set the position, the address bar will remain there permanently until you decide to change it again.

Is It Permanent?

Unlike one-handed mode on Android — which resets every time you open an app — this change is persistent. The address bar stays at the bottom until you manually move it back to the top.

Also, don’t worry if you’re not ready for the change. By default, the address bar will still appear at the top unless you opt to move it.

Feature Already Available on iOS

Interestingly, this feature has already been live on Google Chrome for iOS for over a year. iPhone users can also tap and hold the address bar to reposition it, just like Android users now can.

It’s great to see feature parity across platforms, making the Chrome experience consistent whether you’re using iOS or Android.

Final Thoughts

The ability to move the address bar to the bottom of Google Chrome is a small but significant improvement for Android users. As smartphones continue to grow in size, usability enhancements like this can go a long way in improving daily productivity and comfort.

Whether you’re someone with smaller hands or just prefer a smoother browsing experience, this feature gives you more control over how you use your browser.

So go ahead and customize your Chrome – your thumbs will thank you!