"Google Chat Enhancements: Direct Replies, Quoting, and More!"

TL;DR
Google Messages on the web now supports direct replies to RCS chats, bringing a feature that was previously only available on Android. Users can now reply to messages directly on the desktop web client, similar to the Android app. This update addresses a highly-requested capability and enhances the user experience. However, direct replies are not yet available on Android tablets. Additionally, Messages for Wear OS has received a new design for suggested replies, possibly in preparation for upcoming design language tweaks.
- Google Messages web app now supports direct reply 9to5Google
- Google Chat is getting new tools to help you reply to messages faster, better express yourself Chrome Unboxed
- Google reveals seven new features for Google Chat PhoneArena
- Google Chat message quoting is coming to free Gmail accounts Android Police
- Google introduces 7 new and upcoming features in Google Chat that makes it easier and fun to message your friends and family The Tech Outlook
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