Google has officially rolled out one of the most requested features for Chrome on Android, the ability to move the address bar to the bottom of the screen. This long-awaited change brings major improvements in one-handed usability, especially on large-screen smartphones.
While Android users have been waiting for this customization for nearly a decade, iOS users had already received the feature in 2023.
But now, with Chrome version 138, Google is finally making it available for Android, and it’s not hidden behind experimental flags; it’s a stable feature rolling out globally.
The bottom address bar has been in demand since phones started getting bigger and harder to use with one hand.
Google first experimented with it in 2016, but it disappeared in 2020 with Chrome 84. Then, to the frustration of Android users, the feature quietly returned on iOS in 2023.
Now, after a slow rollout beginning in April 2025, it’s being widely released to Android phones, making one-handed browsing far easier for users across the board.
How to Move Chrome Address Bar to Bottom?
To move your Chrome address bar to the bottom, just long-press on the current address bar at the top and select ‘Move address bar to bottom.’ Alternatively, head to Chrome Settings > “Address bar” and choose your preferred position, top or bottom.
Once enabled, the address bar shifts just above Android’s navigation bar. The three-dot menu icon also adjusts slightly to fit the new layout, but the general menu remains unchanged for muscle memory and familiarity.
The move is a big win for users with large devices. Relocating the address bar to the bottom makes it much easier to access the Omnibox with your thumb. While the menu layout isn’t completely redesigned, the new positioning significantly boosts convenience.
Chrome also includes a “Copy link” option in the long-press menu, making it easier to share links without needing to open the overflow menu.
If you haven’t received the feature, try force-stopping Chrome from the App Info screen. It may take a couple of tries. If it still doesn’t show, don’t worry, the feature is rolling out gradually and will be available to all users in the coming weeks.
After years of teasing and testing, Google is finally delivering a customization Android users have long wanted.
Whether you’re using a massive phone or just prefer comfort and accessibility, the bottom address bar is here to make browsing a little easier, and it looks like it’s here to stay.
