This wikiHow teaches you how to locate and open your Android’s File Manager.
Opening File Manager on Your Phone
- Open the app drawer on your Android’s home screen. [1] X Research source
- To access your files via Settings, tap "Storage & USB."
- When viewing your Android files, the files will use their default apps.
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Open your Android’s app drawer. It’s the icon with a square made of several smaller squares or dots. You’ll usually find it at the bottom of the home screen.
- If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy 8, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the app drawer.
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Tap File Manager . The name of this app may vary, so if you don’t see File Manager , look for My Files , File Browser , or File Explorer . This displays a list of files and folders on your Android. [2] X Research source
- If you don’t have a file manager, see this wikiHow to learn how to get one.
- If you have a Downloads app in the app drawer, you may be able to use it to browse files. Tap it, then tap ☰ to view additional folders.
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Tap a folder to view its contents. If you have an SD card, you may be able to browse it by tapping its name. Otherwise, tap Internal Storage (or Internal Memory ) to browse for files.
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Tap any file to view it. The selected file will open in its default app. [3] X Research source
- For example, tapping a photo will open it in your gallery or photo manager app.
- Certain file types, such as documents and spreadsheets, may require you to download an app for viewing.
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Open your Android’s Settings. It’s the that’s typically found in the app drawer or on the home screen. You may also find it on the notifications bar. [4] X Research source
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Scroll down and tap Storage . This opens a list of storage locations on your Android, such as your SD card (if you have one) and internal storage. [5] X Research source
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Scroll down and tap Explore . If you don’t see this option, you may have to select your internal or removable storage first. A confirmation message will appear.
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Tap Explore to confirm. You now have access to the files and folders on your Android. [6] X Research source
- This option is sometimes called Misc .
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Tap any file to view it. The selected file will open in its default app.
- For example, tapping a photo will open it in your gallery or photo manager app.
- Certain file types, such as documents and spreadsheets, may require you to download an app for viewing.
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References
- ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/9079646?sjid=16468069048785827679-AP
- ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/9110661?hl=en
- ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/9110661?hl=en
- ↑ https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/how-can-i-check-how-much-storage-space-i-have-left/
- ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/7431795?hl=en
- ↑ https://www.computerworld.com/article/3221287/android-file-management-an-easy-to-follow-guide.html
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