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Best File Manager

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

wobbu said:
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

App/file managment

I realize everyone has their opinion about software but I was wondering if there was a good app/file management tool in the market that everyone likes or most people like. Or are these two separate applications? I plan on rooting shortly and want to get rid of the bloatware and be able to manage my files. Thanks

I like Astro File Manager, works like a charm..........

Same Here. Pro version is awesome. Free version is good too...

Root Explorer, full r/w access to the entire system, text editor, and gives you access to the /data folder that other file managers don't.

I would have to say that I have also used astro file manager since I first got my nexus one over a year ago and it is one of the first applications I download when I get a new android device. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Thanks
I'm going to start the root now! Thanks for the info. hopfully all goes well.

I use Astro and Root Explorer as well, both premium. I will use the root explorer to "borrow" apps from my 6 other devices to swap around with eachother.

How to edit build prop?

How do I save my edited build prop? I'm on liquid smooth beta2. I can access it via astro file manager but it doesn't let me save my changes.. Any ideas on how to save them?
I tried copyright it to another folder. Editing it. It saved. But couldn't move it to my system folder.
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Built in text editor in Root Explorer.
If you are asking about editing a file like that, and don't have root explorer, just go buy it because you need it, even if you have other root level file managers.
The best way to edit a build.prop is to export to a computer and do it in linux( or using notepad plus plus in windows...), but apps like Absolute System will pre-format the lines in the file for easy editing.
One of the reasons the export to pc method is the best way is because it forces you to make a backup (or at least to have two different copies of the same file on different physical devices at once - at least until you edit it the one on the pc if you didn't make another copy first)
Another reason the export to pc method is preferred for editing files like that is because you can see more of the file at once on the larger screen, and catch things you miss being restricted to a few lines in view at a time on the device. Sometimes getting a better look at the big picture can teach you a lot.
Anyways, my recommendation about buying root explorer goes well beyond just this one instance with this file, time and again it's the one rock-solid root level file explorer that just gets the job done right the first time. Always finding this or that little problem with others. YMMV.

I can export it. But its read only so I can't over write it. Root explorer didn't help my case either. Said it was read only. How do i change that.
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I use Root Browser and open as a text file and just edit/add/comment out stuff and save, no hassle.

Jarrid42 said:
I can export it. But its read only so I can't over write it. Root explorer didn't help my case either. Said it was read only. How do i change that.
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When you are in it, look at the top of the app - right above the first listed item.
Tap the "mount R/W" button, if you granted the app root access you are now writeable.

Blue6IX said:
When you are in it, look at the top of the app - right above the first listed item.
Tap the "mount R/W" button, if you granted the app root access you are now writeable.
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Your awesome! Thanks for the help. Ended up buying root explorer. Thanks!!
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which file manager you use on your phone?

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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Best File Manager / Explorer.

Which is the best file explorer / Manager in your opinion.
I had been using ES File Explorer for a long time but the newer changes made me shift to MiXplorer.
Share your opinion below.

Sadeed said:
Which is the best file explorer / Manager in your opinion.
I had been using ES File Explorer for a long time but the newer changes made me shift to MiXplorer.
Share your opinion below.
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Solid Explorer! i also uses es file explorer before migrated to solid explorer because of the bloated es file explorer features which are i dont use much at all. solid explorer has it all that i need as much as like es file explorer.

Sadeed said:
Which is the best file explorer / Manager in your opinion.
I had been using ES File Explorer for a long time but the newer changes made me shift to MiXplorer.
Share your opinion below.
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Try mixplorer.
It's not on play store but can be found on xda.

Root explorer here, I can't really explain why, works for me. Crappy it isn't free

ES File Explorer for me is the best

I'm using the non bloated ES version taking out of this thread w/o any issues.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-es-file-explorer-3-perfect-version-t3336301

Even I was fed up of ES Explorer.. So tried my hand with MiXplorer and , boy, its good .. Lightweight and no wakelocks.. Cheers

Try FX explorer.
Best one out there.
X10 better than es file explorer

Using xplore years now...

In my opinion Its Mixplorer.

Total commander =)

Anyone who uses a newer version of ES File Explorer is a monster. I use Solid Explorer, it's just so well designed, and it's completely free of ads/bloat unlike ES. I heard that ES File Explorer even puts ads on your lock screen. Just look at all the recent reviews it got, it's pretty sad.

Was using solid explorer. Tried mixplorer........ Mindblown!

Sadeed said:
Which is the best file explorer / Manager in your opinion.
I had been using ES File Explorer for a long time but the newer changes made me shift to MiXplorer.
Share your opinion below.
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Total Commander.
it has been around for the PC quite a lot of years and even the android version is not young but lets say very "ripe" (not old!).
of course the look and feel is more like 1990s commander style, but it is very powerful if you know what you are doing.
also there is an FTP plugin (and some other ones) which come handy.

mixplorer / solid explorer

Mixplorer is dope

Fx does everything ES did for me and more, in a nicer ui/look.
Also, the root and smb/ftp/Dropbox add-ons all combine to do everything I could reasonably need it to.
It's a shame ES went the way it did. It was pretty good, but if I'm getting notified of ads, it's time to go.

Google apkmirror es file explorer
Then find version 3.2.5.3
Simply the best

Amaze. Has Google Material UI also.

SirSoviet said:
Anyone who uses a newer version of ES File Explorer is a monster. I use Solid Explorer, it's just so well designed, and it's completely free of ads/bloat unlike ES. I heard that ES File Explorer even puts ads on your lock screen. Just look at all the recent reviews it got, it's pretty sad.
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Yes it constantly puts ads it even replaces your charging screen. Also, it sends ads notifications