Google is making it easier for users to search for contacts using its Phone app. Previously, users had to navigate through a side menu or open the Google Contacts app directly to find someone they wanted to call. In the past, the "Contacts" tab was directly accessible in the navigation bar of the Phone app, but that feature was eventually removed. Now, Google is bringing the "Contacts" tab back to its original position, as observed by the Android Authority team on some smartphones running the latest beta version (240.0.98) of the Phone app. The "Contacts" tab is now positioned between the "Home" and "Keyboard" icons in the navigation bar. This change means that the voicemail feature, which was previously on the right side of the navigation bar, has moved to a different location. However, this update is still in the early stages of deployment and has only been seen on certain devices so far. The return of the "Contacts" tab is part of Google's ongoing efforts to refine the user experience on its Android platform. While this change is currently limited to beta versions of the app, it may eventually be rolled out to the stable version of the Phone app. Users should keep an eye on future updates for a more seamless contact search experience. As the feature continues to develop, it remains unclear exactly when it will be available to the broader user base. However, the move to reintroduce the "Contacts" tab suggests that Google is listening to user feedback and making adjustments to improve usability. This update is just one example of how the company is continuously working to enhance the functionality of its apps.