Google Drive’s Video Player is Getting a Material You 3 Makeover
Google is rolling out a new video player forGoogle Drivewith a smoother, more modern look. The updated player features a Material You 3 design style. Until now, videos on Google Drive used a YouTube-style layout with the familiar red progress bar.
The new player adopts a design similar to Apple TV+, featuring a gray and white color scheme,larger playback buttons,and dedicated fast-forward and rewind buttons. Even the progress is now white and a vertical line, instead of a circular playhead. All of this makes it easier to use the video player, captions, and scroll bar.
The updated player promises faster video loading times and introduces automatic transcription, making it perfect for content creators.
Google is also integratingGoogle Vids, its new video editing tool designed for marketing videos and sales pitches, with the updated player. Users will soon be able to make minor edits directly on Google Drive, improving both the viewing and editing experience.
Ravi Teja KNTS
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