Google's Material 3 Expressive: Menu Redesign with Vertical Menus and New Features

Описание: Discover Google's latest Material 3 Expressive updates for menus, featuring vertical menus with rounded corners, new color styles, selection states, and refined submenu motions. Learn how 'with gap' options enhance layout flexibility on Android, and explore vibrant vs. standard color choices for higher visual emphasis. See how these menus integrate with split buttons and dynamic shape morphing, adding a dynamic quality to interactions.
This update follows the initial wave of Material 3 Expressive components introduced at I/O 2025, including button groups, FAB menus, loading indicators, split buttons, and updated toolbars. Google recommends using gaps sparingly to bundle similar actions without overcomplicating scrollable menus.
Explore the baseline vs. vertical menu comparisons, usage guidelines, and how these changes make menu interactions more expressive and user-friendly in Android design.