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Hi;
Im looking for recommendations for a good file manager for my HTC Desire HD, I mainly use a mac as my primary PC but also use Win XP and 7.
I'm looking for something that can access files on my SD card on my phone.
Root Explorer is what i use. Perfect for my needs.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/root-explorer-(file-manager)/com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer
I'm a big fan of ASTRO - http://www.appbrain.com/app/astro-file-manager/com.metago.astro
vecc said:
Root Explorer is what i use. Perfect for my needs.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/root-explorer-(file-manager)/com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer
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Best one there is!
+1 for both Astro and Root Explorer
Sent from a piece of ginger bread
I use astro and root explorer together.
I love the user friendly interface of astro and its amazing app manager.
The only thing that makes me use root explorer is.. well the root aspect astro can't explore the phone's root.
I use FileGo
It's not a popular one,..due to people not understanding how it work I think (many comments say it doesnt have copy/paste),..but I like it more then Astro (which I used till it went pro).
FileGo has 2 explorer windows you can swipe between and drag/drop files for easy copy/paste.
Another nice feature is Catalog button on the bottom which gives you quick access to: SD Card, Processes, Apps, APKs, Music, Pictures.
I'll have to give root explorer a go though, only rooted recently.
I'm a file manager fanatic.
Astro-used this until it went pro
Linda manager- nice explorer
Es explorer - so far my fav
Super manager - decent, its free and allows you to explore root ... its also a task manager... its GUI is a bit unsavory and its a memory hog (28mb RAM)
Ghost commander - similar to total commander on the PC. Allows 2 pane exploring and with its update added experimental root browsing feature.
OI manager - very simple browser
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Am i the only one who likes the stock files manager? Unfortunately gingerclone doesn't have it.
edit post: damn i thought i was at the vibrant sections. haha!
ES File Explorer ~ and simply because it allows me to share files with my PC.
Absolutely brilliant....
Since using ESFE I have stopped using USB to connect to my PC for sharing files.
Best three:
1.Astro
2.EStrongs (ES)
3.Dual File Manager (dual view)
first rate for astro!
ES file Explorer is my fav.
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Brad103 said:
I use FileGo
It's not a popular one,..due to people not understanding how it work I think (many comments say it doesnt have copy/paste),..but I like it more then Astro (which I used till it went pro).
FileGo has 2 explorer windows you can swipe between and drag/drop files for easy copy/paste.
Another nice feature is Catalog button on the bottom which gives you quick access to: SD Card, Processes, Apps, APKs, Music, Pictures.
wow i tryd filego and i love it.
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niraj87 said:
Best three:
1.Astro
2.EStrongs (ES)
3.Dual File Manager (dual view)
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I agree except it's:
1.Dual File Manager
2.Estrongs
3.Astro
Also, throw in there efile which is great too.
File expert for me
Inka File Manager
File Expert
Snow Explorer
AntTek Explorer
File expert
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Inka File Manager
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Never heard of this one until today. Whoa! This is going to be my staple file manager..beautiful folders, custom icons and classy interface..and it shows apk icons which is a must for me. Nice features in settings.
Also File Expert is nice, advanced features like "use as root explorer"..another one I liked, but can't remember.
Total Commander for Android rules
Total Commander free for Android;
http://www.ghisler.com/android.htm
A must have for anyone who's working with TC on PC and a great addition for all who do not use it on PC!
Senax
Hello, everyone
File Expert is a powerful file manager that designed to replace some paid apps with a much better, high quality, price free and ads free app. File Expert is fast becoming top file manager for Android.
With the help of File Expert, you can
* manage your SD card contents
* share them over the WIFI network using both HTTP and FTP protocols, like paid app WebSharing or WIFI File Explorer PRO, here you pay nothing but get double protocols!
* access your host computer via built-in SMB client and move files between your phone and PC
* Put a folder shortcut on desktop
* Create and decompress ZIP files, decompress RAR files
File Expert supports ROOT mode like paid app Root Explorer, under its ROOT mode you can:
* access system folders
* mount them as R/W RO
* change the permissions of folders and files
File Expert support themes, you can use themes you like to replace original one. Currently there is black theme available on the market and we will continue to provide more themes in the future.
Since the first release until now we have more than 100W users worldwide and still increase very quickly!!
Links about FE:
File Expert official website, support forum also available:
http://www.xageek.com/en/
File Expert on Android Market, rate as 4.51 stars by users, based on 8000 user reviews and ratings:
https://market.android.com/details?id=xcxin.filexpert
Here're some independent third-party reviews, all are positive reviews and recommend to its users:
Android RunDown review:
http://www.androidrundown.com/app-rundown/file-expert-review/
App Storm review:
http://android.appstorm.net/reviews...a-file-manager-with-enhanced-network-sharing/
Android Tapp review:
http://www.androidtapp.com/file-expert/
Android Soul review:
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/file-expert-android-app-best-file-manager-on-android/
Yeah That App review:
http://yeahthatapp.com/2011/file-expert-android/
Gizmo's review:
http://www.techsupportalert.com/9-b...imply-must-install-your-new-mobile-device.htm
dotTech review:
http://dottech.org/android/best-free-apps/22257
Android Mobile Zone review:
http://androidmobilezone.blogspot.com/2011/05/android-apps-file-expert.html
Tech Arena App of the day:
http://www.techareana.com/file-expert-app-of-the-day/
Download File Expert from attachments and tell us what you think about this app, your comments are welcome! Thanks!
BTW:
Can you please also check out our another app Silent App Uninstaller ROOT which is released yesterday on the market? It's quite useful for root users to uninstall apps silently and quickly. Here's the XDA link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1095443 Thank you
UPDATE: please go to 91# reply on this thread to download the latest version of File Expert v3.1.1 and two new themes!
All those features and a black theme? I am totally switching to this.
Awsome app!
I have tried many file managers and at last found File Expert is the best!
It's my daily used app and I like the web and ftp sharing.
It's very fast as well! Love the black theme!!
video
Here's a video that tells you how to share your files using File Expert.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDBpqsIYa5E&feature=player_embedded
can we put a file shortcut on home screen? Lets say can i put a excel file to home page?
yken said:
can we put a file shortcut on home screen? Lets say can i put a excel file to home page?
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Sorry currently not. But this feature is scheduled on the next release to support. Normally we will deliver a new release to our users on every weekend.
Getting better and better.
I discover File Expert couple of months ago. By far my favorite. I don't even look for an alternative by now.
Great job guys.
freco said:
I discover File Expert couple of months ago. By far my favorite. I don't even look for an alternative by now.
Great job guys.
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Thank you for your support
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Okay guys, I'm going to give a testimony.
I've used Astro, ES, Linda and then this. This is a COMPLETE package. I love how I can grab some files from my laptop wirelessly, have root access, and have a beautiful file manager all at once. This has been the best file manager I've ever used, and I highly recommend it.
ES gone now...
pendevous said:
Okay guys, I'm going to give a testimony.
I've used Astro, ES, Linda and then this. This is a COMPLETE package. I love how I can grab some files from my laptop wirelessly, have root access, and have a beautiful file manager all at once. This has been the best file manager I've ever used, and I highly recommend it.
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Hi,
thank you for recommending FE! We think it's time to change, Astro and ES are good app but we think we can provide more useful and powerful alternative.
Amazing app, I switched a couple weeks ago. I put in feature requests on your forum, mainly for a refresh button for the toolbar.
Some other things that would be nice:
more archive support (7z for example)
And the 'download any file from the browser's feature astro has.
I use FE primarily, but because it lacks 7z support and the browser download feature I am forced to keep two other file managers handy.
Anyway this app is still superior to all other file managers, keep up the good work!
This is a really cool app. One request:
Option to show Toolbar only when at least one item is checked, or by pressing Menu while at least one item is checked.
Also, for some reason it takes a while (around 1 full second) for the Operation menu to show after I click on the button. Should it take this long?
I'm totally trying it!!!! As soon as I get home
iXNyNe said:
Amazing app, I switched a couple weeks ago. I put in feature requests on your forum, mainly for a refresh button for the toolbar.
Some other things that would be nice:
more archive support (7z for example)
And the 'download any file from the browser's feature astro has.
I use FE primarily, but because it lacks 7z support and the browser download feature I am forced to keep two other file managers handy.
Anyway this app is still superior to all other file managers, keep up the good work!
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Hi,
thank you for suggestions..
7zip support is already on the schedule
Can you please describe what is the ability to "download any files from browser"? What do you mean when you talk about this feature?
Thanks
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This is a really cool app. One request:
Option to show Toolbar only when at least one item is checked, or by pressing Menu while at least one item is checked.
Also, for some reason it takes a while (around 1 full second) for the Operation menu to show after I click on the button. Should it take this long?
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No, it's not. I have tested the popup speed when touching the Oper button on various phones and tablets, all of them shows the menu immediately. I cannot feel any delay.
What's your phone?
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No, it's not. I have tested the popup speed when touching the Oper button on various phones and tablets, all of them shows the menu immediately. I cannot feel any delay.
What's your phone?
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My phone and more information is in my signature. See below. I avoided the problem by putting the cut, copy, and delete functions as buttons in the toolbar instead.
c00ller said:
My phone and more information is in my signature. See below. I avoided the problem by putting the cut, copy, and delete functions as buttons in the toolbar instead.
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oh, sorry, I see.
you have a HTC Hero, I have no that phone but I know this phone has a slower CPU that might be the reason
True, it's an old phone
It still runs fine, thanks for the great app. FTP server is awesome!
UNCOPT File Browser is the nicest and most innovative Holo styled file browser for Android with root capabilities.
It provides all the features needed to browse and organize your pictures, files, documents and videos. It gives you access to the internal storage, sd card, external usb storage devices, internal filesystem and more (with plugins) .
Unlike other available file browsers on the market, UNCOPT File Browser also offers unique features:
Resizable split view: a simple swipe will split the screen in two and give the user two independent browsable panels that can be resized at will. File managing becomes even easier and more efficient.
Efficient archive browsing (zip, tar): unlike other apps, the archive content is never extracted in a temporary folder (or even in memory). The specific parts that need to be accessed (to display or send them) are streamed on access.
Nested archives: unlike other apps, nested archive content can be listed and accessed. To the user there is no difference between a folder, an archive and a nested archive in terms of browsing. Archives can be nested in multiple levels.
Keyboard navigation: the keyboard navigation is fully functional.
Simple action bar navigation with interactive path.
Automatic sync with MediaStore (Gallery) and the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) connection.
Complies completely with the Android Holo Style, even on Gingerbread.
On top of that you get all the usual features such as:
Browsing.
Copy/paste using official mechanism for compatibility with other apps.
Sort by file size, file name and modification date.
Create, delete, rename, send, bookmark files and folders.
Search.
Create zip files.
Shows thumbnails for APKs and images in gridview mode.
Multi file selection.
Local Network SMB protocol (windows shares), free plugin required.
Registers as a file picker so that other applications (such as gmail) can access the files too.
UNCOPT File Browser also provides tools for rooted devices:
Browse system files like any other (including system and user apps).
Change file permissions.
Automatically remount read-only filesystems as read-write.
suid/guid/sticky special permissions
Available on Google Play. Search for UNCOPT File Browser.
R: [Free][App][2.3+] UNCOPT Holo File Browser w/ su, dual views
Free Version : http://goo.gl/5RKDm
Full Version : http://goo.gl/m9ksq
Lan PlugIn : http://goo.gl/hD30T
Tried it, looks really awesome, but won't test more, as one of the critical features I need (and probably many others) is Cloud support (Dropbox, Gdrive, etc.)
But it really has the best UI I saw in a file manager, very smooth, looks awesome even on my Optimus One's small screen
Edit: Like a post below me, I also hope you keep getting it better, it truly has HUGE potential (holo Solid Explorer)
It is on XDA Portal, so...
looks good,nice work
really an awesome looking app,great features too.
But there are some things i really miss right now or i would like to be changed maybe
-possbility to execute an apk(right now it just opens the content)
-drag and drop for files between the 2 tabs would be awesome
-maybe a possibilty to customize the view,like disable the file size part(because on a phone,even with 4,7" it takes up a lot of screen.
-sometimes it is a bit hard to hit the triangle for the menu of the file to show up
Edit
Just noticed I can hit the whole date/size space to open the file menu, nice
hope this amazing file explorer keeps updating,it really has a huge amount of potential :good:
Bought the full version just to support the developer. Keep it up, i love it!
Looks really good! Keep up the awesome work
Im liking the whole Holo look and how it works to browse files, but I can't install simple apks? It just views it as if it was a zip files. i can easily install apks on other file browsers except this one? Maybe it's just me but thought i'd share the problem im having.
finally found a simple yet powerful root file management app. Would be cool if there is an option to show the folder properties of the folder i.e. the amount of data inside the folder.
Love the App! Got the paid version.
As along with the rest, installing an APK is a mandatory must!
Am sure this will be in an updated version
MD
AW: [Free][App][2.3+] UNCOPT Holo File Browser w/ su, dual views
I like the file browser good work keep updating it
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Amazing File Manager, only issue i saw was unable to play via lan (directly).
Es and other do it perfectly.
Other than that 5 Stars.
Moscow Desire said:
Love the App! Got the paid version.
As along with the rest, installing an APK is a mandatory must!
Am sure this will be in an updated version
MD
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Odd, I hate this feature on es, its the first thing I turn off. Many apps dont install with that. Why do you want it at all?
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The file borwser looks great, thanks. The only thing is the icon, its not great
Looks good so far. But currently not usable for me. Some things are missing, like cloud. And if you press on pictures they don't open, you have to go through the context menu. Thats kinda annoying. And it laggs on Galaxy s3 (CM 10.1) while scrolling. But the idea is good, im looking forward to future versions of it. Thanks.
jarayn said:
Odd, I hate this feature on es, its the first thing I turn off. Many apps dont install with that. Why do you want it at all?
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Ummmmm..... to sideload apks for testing Why "wouldn't" you want that feature?
You'll find there are other places to get apk's other than the Play Store. XDA for example. Other than tossing them in /system/app which is rather counter-productive, the only option is to install via FM.
MD
Will give this ago ! Many thanks.
Thank You!
great browser ... keep up the good work.
feature would haves
1. Cloud integration
2. 7Zip integration
:good::good:
Cheers,
Geek endangered
App icons are shown in grid view, but not in list view.
Also, as others have said, installing apks is a must
Moscow Desire said:
Ummmmm..... to sideload apks for testing Why "wouldn't" you want that feature?
You'll find there are other places to get apk's other than the Play Store. XDA for example. Other than tossing them in /system/app which is rather counter-productive, the only option is to install via FM.
MD
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I think he misunderstood... ES has a feature to install apps without the package installer... it just installs in the background
Thank you all for your feedback.
We're working hard to add all the features you requested.
As for the apks, you can install them by clicking on the thumb (bottom right corner of the row/cell). It will bring up the dropdown menu. Click open and it should do the trick.
A lot of people are complaining about it (not only to install apks but also to open a file), we'll try to make it more obvious.
there are several good ones. i think a quick pool would be nice to get a discussion going.
i used root browser for a long time but now i got too many annoying ads, instead of paying i tried cm file manager, but on latest update they locked me in the sd card only... sigh. I'm sure there are work around or a "expert" version or something, but that just undermines the credibility. on most "best app" threads people mention es for explorer, but it always felt bloated to me...
what's the one you use?
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I use a couple depending on my needs:
Solid Explorer
File Manager HD
Root Explorer
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i always take es explorer
Till now i found,
X-plore file manager is the best one,
Multiple uses -
Dual panel mode,
windows-type drop-down box ,
Super user support,
Wifi sharing,
Built in viewers,
Cloud storage access,
Choose Password to open ,
And much more...
satyangopi said:
Till now i found,
X-plore file manager is the best one,
Multiple uses -
Dual panel mode,
windows-type drop-down box ,
Super user support,
Wifi sharing,
Built in viewers,
Cloud storage access,
Choose Password to open ,
And much more...
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Thanks for letting us know about this. Just installed it and it's very nice.
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I used to enjoy es explorer as its very complete but I've never installed it after the baidu fiasco. I use Cabinet beta right now. It looks very appealing but its not nearly as complete as ES.
ES File Explorer. One of the very few that remember scroll position, which is an absolute must for me.
Total Commander is my favourite because it has a LAN plugin and can be used with root privileges.
ES File Explorer ftw!
Solid explorer! Hands down my favorite.
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ES File Explorer. Got a root featur and lots of other usefull Extras...
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Hi - it is easy to create a shortcut on my Android 6.0.1 desktop to a Windows 10 folder using ES File Explorer. The trouble is I find ES File Explorer really irritating these days and want to uninstall it. Is there any other way to create a shortcut on the Android desktop? I have tried one or two file managers such as Solid Explorer, File Commander, but can't see a way to do it...
Did you try like that ?
https://www.google.bg/?gws_rd=ssl#q=create+shortcuts+android+6
diretouch said:
Did you try like that ?
https://www.google.bg/?gws_rd=ssl#q=create+shortcuts+android+6
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Yes - the problem is getting a shortcut to a folder on my Windows PC via the LAN. I can only see how to do it using ES File Explorer
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Hi - it is easy to create a shortcut on my Android 6.0.1 desktop to a Windows 10 folder using ES File Explorer. The trouble is I find ES File Explorer really irritating these days and want to uninstall it. Is there any other way to create a shortcut on the Android desktop? I have tried one or two file managers such as Solid Explorer, File Commander, but can't see a way to do it...
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I can upload the last "decent" and bloat free version of ES if you like. Plus I changed the signature so you won't be prompted to update it in the Playstore
Freewander10 said:
I can upload the last "decent" and bloat free version of ES if you like. Plus I changed the signature so you won't be prompted to update it in the Playstore
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That would be very much appreciated if you could! It WAS such a great app!
drb01 said:
That would be very much appreciated if you could! It WAS such a great app!
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I have used ES File Explorer for years, I don't see what all the fuss is about with ES File Explorer these days. It's as easy to use as it ever was and I barely even notice "bloat". Why all the fuss?
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drb01 said:
That would be very much appreciated if you could! It WAS such a great app!
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It was the King of File Explorers. Without question. But now its just.....too much. Thank God (and Google) for sideloading.
Here you go:
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=0B5_P4hsjIFYmWGE0Ri1JLUNzVXM&export=download
I also uploaded the compatible classic theme here:
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=0B5_P4hsjIFYmTW5PX1B2bTNmQkU&export=download
Droidriven said:
I have used ES File Explorer for years, I don't see what all the fuss is about with ES File Explorer these days. It's as easy to use as it ever was and I barely even notice "bloat". Why all the fuss?
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It has waaaaaay to much going on for it now. With the " junk cleaners" and "charge boosters" and all that. As android enthusiasts, we find that insulting. Because we know it doesn't work/makes much of a difference.
ES was based on relevance and simplicity once. Now its just as toxic as an app developed by Cheetah Mobile.
Freewander10 said:
It was the King of File Explorers. Without question. But now its just.....too much. Thank God (and Google) for sideloading.
Here you go:
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=0B5_P4hsjIFYmWGE0Ri1JLUNzVXM&export=download
I also uploaded the compatible classic theme here:
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=0B5_P4hsjIFYmTW5PX1B2bTNmQkU&export=download
It has waaaaaay to much going on for it now. With the " junk cleaners" and "charge boosters" and all that. As android enthusiasts, we find that insulting. Because we know it doesn't work/makes much of a difference.
ES was based on relevance and simplicity once. Now its just as toxic as an app developed by Cheetah Mobile.
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Yeah, I avoid those extra useless features and still use ES without ever encountering them.
All they did was incorporate a couple of the other ES apps into ES File Explorer instead of having them as separate apps, e.g. ES Task Manager and such.
They have quite a way to go before they're as bad as Cheetah Mobile.
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Droidriven said:
Yeah, I avoid those extra useless features and still use ES without ever encountering them.
All they did was incorporate a couple of the other ES apps into ES File Explorer instead of having them as separate apps, e.g. ES Task Manager and such.
They have quite a way to go before they're as bad as Cheetah Mobile.
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Well I try to disable them but they keep popping up all over the place. And the largest font is so small I can't see anything anyway! Using a Xperia Z3C...
Thanks very much for the older version ... the shortcut seems to work.
Strange that no other apps offer a homescreen shortcut to a windows folder since I guess at some point this old ES will cease to work..
Droidriven said:
Yeah, I avoid those extra useless features and still use ES without ever encountering them.
All they did was incorporate a couple of the other ES apps into ES File Explorer instead of having them as separate apps, e.g. ES Task Manager and such.
They have quite a way to go before they're as bad as Cheetah Mobile.
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Then maybe you can try the version I just uploaded. It has all the useful features minus the bloat.
Maybe they're not really as bad as Cheetah Mobile. But because they were held at a higher standard, they just seem like more of a disappointment.
I don't know what happened, my guess is that they sold the company. It sucks tho.
drb01 said:
Well I try to disable them but they keep popping up all over the place. And the largest font is so small I can't see anything anyway! Using a Xperia Z3C...
Thanks very much for the older version ... the shortcut seems to work.
Strange that no other apps offer a homescreen shortcut to a windows folder since I guess at some point this old ES will cease to work..
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No problem bro.
Freewander10 said:
Then maybe you can try the version I just uploaded. It has all the useful features minus the bloat.
Maybe they're not really as bad as Cheetah Mobile. But because they were held at a higher standard, they just seem like more of a disappointment.
I don't know what happened, my guess is that they sold the company. It sucks tho.
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If it gets to where I'm aggravated by newer versions of ES File Explorer I'll revert to an older version, I'd rather not depend on a version that will at some point no longer work.
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