Google Messages is finally letting users make group chats visually distinct

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Messages is testing custom RCS group chat icons. Users will be able to set their own chosen icon instead of defaulting to a grid made up of users’ initials or individual profile pictures. Reports claim that once a custom icon is selected, there is no way to return to the old grid. One of the common complaints about Google Messages is the lack of a group chat icon customization feature. This is understandable, as it can sometimes be difficult to tell the difference between one group chat and another. Back in December 2024, we found code during an APK teardown that suggested Google was working to bring such a feature to the app. Fast-forward to today, and it appears some users are starting to see this feature. Currently, the Messages app does not allow users to change the group chat icon. Instead, it defaults to a grid of up to four users’ initials or individual profile pictures. However, it appears Google is now rolling out a feature ... Read full article.