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Google Messages launches group RCS Mentions and Trash folder

Google Messages introduces new features for group chats.

Google Messages has officially launched two new features aimed at improving user experience in group chats: Mentions and a Trash folder. The Mentions feature allows users to tag specific participants in group conversations using the @ symbol, ensuring they receive notifications even if the chat is muted. Additionally, the new Trash folder replaces the immediate delete function, allowing users to recover conversations for up to 30 days before permanent deletion.

Key Takeaways

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    The new Mentions feature allows users to notify specific participants in group chats using @.

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    Conversations moved to the Trash folder are retained for 30 days before permanent deletion.

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