¹Repairability options may vary depending on region and availability. Self-service repair is only recommended for adults with the technical expertise to safely repair electronic devices. If you choose to perform self-repair, you agree to assume the risks associated with it. See g.co/repair

Good design starts from the inside out. Inside Pixel 11 and Pixel Watch 5, color-coded screws, pull tabs, and visual guides make repairs straightforward. Small details, but they make a real difference when you're swapping a battery. Built to last—and built to be fixed. Explore how industrial design tackled hardware repair: sustainability.google/storie…

In dark mode, darker skin tones have often vanished against deep gray and black chat bubbles. When the silhouette disappears, so does the meaning. Nobody should have to choose between using their actual skin tone and having their messages be legible. To fix this across 3,977 characters, we paired an AI-powered contrast audit tool with hand-sculpted rim lighting to preserve rich tone and clarity on every screen. Read how we built it → goo.gle/4diXoc0 #accessibility #3demoji #noto3d

In 2D illustration, you only solve for one angle. In 3D, there’s nowhere to hide. Case in point: Sculpting our flat poodle in full dimension revealed she only had three legs the entire time. (Don't worry, she now has all four.) A few favorite process moments and near-misses from building Noto 3D, now up on design.google → goo.gle/4diXoc0

When choosing web fonts, consider the size. Sans serifs work well for small sizes, while Geometric or Humanist styles are suitable for medium sizes. For large text over 24pt, Display fonts are a great choice. They have striking features that stand out at larger sizes.

In a live chat, ending a sentence with a period reads like an act of aggression. That’s just the emotional tax of talking through glass. To bring real warmth, bounce, and presence back to the screen, we’re rolling out Noto 3D. Go behind the scenes with @jenniferdaniel to see how translating our flat emoji into full 360° dimensional characters unlocked unexpected design challenges → goo.gle/4diXoc0 #GoogleDesign #3D

We’re honored to be named @FastCompany’s 2026 Design Company of the Year! Our holistic design vision—from @GeminiApp to @GoogleMaps’ Immersive Navigation and AI Mode in Search—is built on a design language for the AI era to make complex tools feel intuitive, helpful, and deeply human. Read more: design.google/library/design…

What if tackling the climate crisis called for radical collaboration instead of competition? 🤔 Time for a new design mindset → design.google/library/sustai…

Need a user's confirmation or action? Snackbars can be configured with actions like "Undo" or "Learn More," giving them persistence until the user engages or dismisses the message. This flexibility ensures critical information is conveyed without hindering the user experience.

Designed for minimal interruption, Snackbars leverage time-based auto-dismissal, disappearing after a few seconds to keep the user's focus on their primary task.

Snackbars are #MaterialDesign's solution for delivering concise, contextual feedback within your app. They offer a lightweight alternative to dialogs, appearing briefly at the bottom of the screen without disrupting the user's flow.

Design ethics are more important than ever. How do you ensure your designs are ethical and responsible, considering their potential impact?

From its humble beginnings rooted in the physicality of paper to its future with AI-powered personalization, Material Design has come a long way. Join us as we explore the evolution of #MaterialDesign with insights from five Google designers → goo.gle/4eLOkKL #M10

📚 Time to brush up on our typography skills! This month, the #GDBookClub is diving into Robert Bringhurst's "The Elements of Typographic Style," a classic guide for creating beautiful and effective type.

Good design leaves a paper trail—or in our case, a textile trail. 🧵 Recrafted by Google Pixel turns years of Pixel Watch and Fitbit prototyping remnants into a limited run of handcrafted phone wristlets and charms. Experience the Tokyo Capsule Collection now, exclusively at the new Tokyo Google Store. 🇯🇵 #googledesign #googlehardware #circulardesign #pixel #pixelwatch

In #MaterialDesign 3, Extended FABs are the most prominent button type and should be used when a regular FAB (with just an icon) may not be clear enough for the user. What factors do you consider when determining whether or not to use an Extended FAB?

Maybe this prototype wasn't quite ready for creative review. 👀 Thank you for your feedback, we love engaging with designers on what they like AND what they don't like!

Celebrating small wins is hardwired into "Achieve," our goal-tracking sample app. We wanted the simple act of checking off a task to feel like a celebration. Instead of the standard #Material ripple, we used Styles to drop in a custom, high-contrast completion animation—specifically, a brand-colored ring that expands and fades on tap, paired with a subtle pressed-state gradient. It lets us focus entirely on polishing those custom, rewarding micro-interactions while Material handles the foundation. #GoogleDesign #MaterialDesign #JetpackCompose #AndroidDev #UXDesign #InteractionDesign

Explore the world of Material Design icons and discover how these small but mighty symbols can elevate your designs: goo.gle/4eDO5RQ

We believe in accessibility for everyone. That’s why our icon system is designed to be legible and understandable, regardless of screen size or visual ability.