Google tests new album search feature to ease photo management

In March 2025, Google announced it is experimenting with an album search feature in the Google Photos app. This feature aims to alleviate the inefficiencies users face when managing numerous photo albums. Currently, users must scroll through a long list of albums to find a specific one, which can be particularly frustrating if they don't know the album's name or the last modification date. The anticipated search function is designed to allow users to type the name of the album directly. While this feature is still under testing, it promises to improve user experience significantly by reducing the number of taps required to organize photos. Users have long requested this functionality, particularly during the photo addition process. In addition to the album search feature, Google is also working on upgrades to the photo viewer within the app. This includes refreshing how users add photos to albums by replacing the current process with a more straightforward 'Add to' button, streamlining photo organization. However, the changes also mean that the Google Lens feature will be less accessible during photo viewing, which may lead to mixed reactions from users. The upgrades signal Google's commitment to enhancing user experience and functionality in Google Photos, which continues to face stiff competition from other photo management and storage solutions. As the testing phase continues, users eagerly await these much-anticipated improvements that address long-standing usability issues.