Update 2023:
By now I've been using CX File Explorer (free. No ads. Friendly and intuitive UI) for 2 years with lots of pleasure! It has great support for local files, editing files, webDAV and even lets you edit online files locally and updates them online automatically. It's very easy and simple to use. High WAF. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cxinventor.file.explorer
Update 2018:
I switched completely to MiXplorer which has all features from the old ES File Explorer Classic and is available for free via XDALabs (which will also keep it up to date).
https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/com.mixplorer
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ES File Explorer has become bloated since version 4. Luckily, version 3 existed for over a year and overall, ES File Explorer has been a rockstable app, with all the bells and whistles you need from a File Explorer. I believe app updates are HIGHLY overrated in some cases. Just like QuickPic v4.5.2, ES File Explorer 3.2.5 has been working perfectly for years. No update could improve it or make it more stable, it could only become more commercial, like happened with both ES File Explorer and a lot of other great apps like QuickPic, making it more heavy to run for your phone, adding malware or moving certain features to a Pro version.
With this signed version of ES File Explorer 3.2.5 (the latest v3) you don't have to worry about the Play Store updating it to the bloated version!
Because it has been signed, you will get a notice the first time you run it, about this version being a custom version. This is normal, just hit the checkbox and ignore it.
Why is ES File Explorer 3 still the best?
- free
- remote browser (access files on your phone via your desktop browser easily)
- S(FTP), SMB etc support
- DLNA
- root supported
- backup apps etc etc
Download ES File Explorer 3.2.5 SIGNED from my CloudUp Classic Apps collection: CloudUp clearly failed to keep the downloads working. Please find it attached to this post.
When you start ES File Explorer the first time, it will ask if you want to update, hit the checkbox (don't remind me again) and select no.
thanks
If you like the new material design theme, there is a version modded in the forums of Mobilism with this features:
MOD No Ads:
1. Remove Programs application homepage toolbox option.
2, Removing favorites list associated with Baidu advertising practices.
3, Removing the task manager and application download pop the lock.
4, Adjusting the root directory of fragmented files to the same data folder.
5, Disabled by default to automatically detect application upgrade can be updated manually.
6, Streamlined a lot of extra language files retain only Simplified and Traditional British.
7, Optimized content and other details of the interface options menu.
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how does this one differ from this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=64020114
(this one was sign-aligned by the same guy that did quickpic, only he posted it in the quickpic thread because some users requested it)
Ksawery said:
If you like the new material design theme, there is a version modded in the forums of Mobilism with this features:
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Please can you share a link with material theme.
spacexgen said:
Please can you share a link with material theme.
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I'm sorry! I can but I think this could be interpreted as warez or similar and violating the forum rules .
Anyway, I think a quick Google search will return your desired result...
The app has material design since version 4.
Warning:
Do not post or request warez.
This is a violation of the Forum Rules.
Regards,
The_Merovingian
Forum Moderator
60nine said:
how does this one differ from this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=64020114
(this one was sign-aligned by the same guy that did quickpic, only he posted it in the quickpic thread because some users requested it)
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Ha I wish he had put that in his 1st post and changed his title! That way I would have found it and no need to create this topic.
But if I only look at the name of his file, it is version 2.3.7, while mine is the latest (3.2.5) before version 4 which introduced a bloated ES. But I haven't actually installed his version. If it is the same version as mine, they are simply identical.
@zilexa
exactly what i was thinking about these apps.
hated the updates.
more ram
more cpu
more functions but useless
Solid explorer should have paid es file explorer commission when they came out with version 4. I know 8 people personally who switched over...maybe some of the ones holding out will use your version so thanks!
i already have patched
famewolf said:
Solid explorer should have paid es file explorer commission when they came out with version 4. I know 8 people personally who switched over...maybe some of the ones holding out will use your version so thanks!
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I switched from ES File Explorer to X-plore by Lonely Cat Games. I highly recommend X-plore for everyone.
salmanfarisy said:
I switched from ES File Explorer to X-plore by Lonely Cat Games. I highly recommend X-plore for everyone.
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As with all file managers, the paid features of X-plore are available for FREE in ES File Explorer Classic, version 3.2.5 before it became bloated.
SFTP/SSH file transfer, remote manager (managing files from a pc, via wifi), music player. It's paid in X-Plore.
So again, no reason to use anything else, sticking with ES File Explorer 3.2.5
zilexa said:
As with all file managers, the paid features of X-plore are available for FREE in ES File Explorer Classic, version 3.2.5 before it became bloated.
SFTP/SSH file transfer, remote manager (managing files from a pc, via wifi), music player. It's paid in X-Plore.
So again, no reason to use anything else, sticking with ES File Explorer 3.2.5
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Fortunately I don't need any of paid features in X-plore. Keep free without ads, without selling your data, without background jobs, without battery drain.
Hello - I'm running Android 4.4.4 (the latest release from T-Mobile for the Samsung Galaxy S4) and I have ES File Explorer 4.0.5.4 (Market) installed. I'm not sure what the "Market" part means, but I don't think it's the paid version.
I can't edit text files or save newly created text files to my external SD card any more.
On the Google Play site under the "What's New" section for ES File Explorer, it says, "Cannot write on ext-sdcard in KitKat(4.4) -System limitation. Root or upgrade to Android 5.0"
I am rooted but I guess that isn't enough for the version I'm running.
Does anyone know if version 3.2.5 will let me create and edit text files on the ext-sdcard if I'm running 4.4.4?
Thanks.
Edit: I was able to get it working with the 4.0.5.4 version that was already installed. I didn't realize that there was a toggle in ES File Explorer called "Root Explorer". I had allowed the SuperSU rooting app permission to ES File Explorer, but still needed to toggle on the Root Explorer toggle in ES File Explorer. (I got to the toggle by clicking on the 'three bars' in the upper left corner of ES File Explorer.)
After toggling it on, I was able to edit the platform.xml file as mentioned in this post:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2617921
After restarting the phone I was able to edit and save text files on the external SD card.
Been looking for this one.. thanks a lot!
Google Apkmirror es file explorer
Then take 3.2.5.3
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/es-glo...s-file-explorer-3-2-5-3-android-apk-download/
Cheers
how to make root explorer work again on nougat with su2.79sr3?
edit:
got it working using some advice from this disquis thread
https://disqus.com/home/discussion/mjdseo/how_to_enable_root_browsing_in_es_file_explorer/
tweakradje said:
Google Apkmirror es file explorer
Then take 3.2.5.3
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/es-glo...s-file-explorer-3-2-5-3-android-apk-download/
Cheers
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in addition
1. untick "allow automatic updates" from within the app
2. use titanium backup to detach app from playstore
Links not working
If possible, please update
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I am looking for a file manager and I thought root explorer was the best, but I loved how astro looked. After researching I discovered Linda and Estrongs. From the looks of it, Estrongs looks better then Linda and Astro. So my question is, what can root explorer do that Estrongs can't?
INeedYourHelp said:
I am looking for a file manager and I thought root explorer was the best, but I loved how astro looked. After researching I discovered Linda and Estrongs. From the looks of it, Estrongs looks better then Linda and Astro. So my question is, what can root explorer do that Estrongs can't?
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Estrongs root ability is limited to CM based and hiAPK ROMs. I don't have root explorer, so can't comment on it.
sleepyfu said:
Estrongs root ability is limited to CM based and hiAPK ROMs. I don't have root explorer, so can't comment on it.
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I see. I think I will get both, since both have some neat features.
I personally prefer SUFBS. Rooted devices only.
Root privelges, ability to wrtite to data and system partition, built in terminal, search function.....
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I see. I think I will get both, since both have some neat features.
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I just got Root Explorer from market and after install, ES File Explorer which came as part of Revolution HD ROM, keeps coming up with 'SD Card unmounted or not present' when I open it. Doesn't seem like you can run the two on the same device.
I am running Darthstalker X1 rom and I need to remove the file SDM.apk from system/app file, but when I choose it in Astro and hit delete nothing happens. I also have tried to rename files with Astro and it won't do that either. Is this normal for Astro? What file manager app do most of you use?
Thanks,
Glenn
Edit: I was able to download File Manager (free) and gave it super user access and then was able to delete the apk. I have not figured out how to grant Astro Super User access through SuperSU yet though???
I know when I use root explorer I have to mount as RO before I can make changes. I'm not sure if astro allows this. If not use esfile explorer its free and I know that works.
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What you are trying to requires root access. ES file explorer is one app that allows you to do that for free. There are others but you may have to pay for it.
I'm not the type of person to shy away from spending money on ApPs. However the app I use the most is 1 of the only ones that actually is free. ES file Maneger is the only one I've ever used. I Tried the rest but found this 1 to be a perfect solution. Just make sure you enable root access and system read write permission under settings. You can't go wrong
Sent from a Shaftamle Galaxy S3
Hey out there...
Looking for a Root File Explorer that let me goes Deep into my Phonesystem & Partitions
I´d like to exchange the Ringtones, Keypressing Sound, Bootanimation, BootSound, Fonts, Stock Wallpaper and some more...
I tested a lot of them, but no of them let me goes into the Systems "Ground-Level", the pure Linux ...
Is this possible ?
Thanks in advance
MiXplorer is the best
https://sites.google.com/site/mixplorer/
You'll need a rooted device regardless of the app you use obviously. Bunch of them out there but I'd recommend Root Explorer. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer Been using it for many years and is still being supported.
ES File Explorer https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
SD Maid: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.thedarken.sdm&hl=en
Root Explorer: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer&hl=en
X-Plore File Manager: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lonelycatgames.Xplore&hl=en
steamrollerpark said:
MiXplorer is the best
https://sites.google.com/site/mixplorer/
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Thank you !
But it has too much funktions in it...I´ve tested not yet, just reading on the google site.
Will check it out ..Thanks.
mrcooter said:
You'll need a rooted device regardless of the app you use obviously. Bunch of them out there but I'd recommend Root Explorer. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer Been using it for many years and is still being supported.
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Thank you too.
Will check it out. My G4 is allready rooted on Nougat...
Cya
Hi, what am I doing wrong? I wanted to install apk file from the Solid Explorer but it said "Error" even if I enabled installing the unknown apps via this file browser. I had to used the default browser installed in oneplus 6. Is this behavior right or am I missed something?
kouzelnik3 said:
Hi, what am I doing wrong? I wanted to install apk file from the Solid Explorer but it said "Error" even if I enabled installing the unknown apps via this file browser. I had to used the default browser installed in oneplus 6. Is this behavior right or am I missed something?
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1) apk is damaged or cannot install
2) Solid Explorer does not have permission to install APK
- Check in Settings\Apps\Application list\Solid Explorer\Install unknown apps - Need to be set on allowed
Apk is not damaged. I have tried two apps which waren't installed by Solid Explorer, but were installed by default browser. And Solid Explorer has permission. Adding screenshots about permission and installing from each browsers.
(GIF - open it)
kouzelnik3 said:
Apk is not damaged. I have tried two apps which waren't installed by Solid Explorer, but were installed by default browser. And Solid Explorer has permission. Adding screenshots about permission and installing from each browsers.
(GIF - open it)
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I have same issue with solid explorer. I think we have to wait for a fix from solid explorer dev.
Ok then. I have written a message to devs, just for sure.
I have been using Root Explorer for the last 6 years including my current OP6. No issues of installing APK.
carlos67 said:
I have same issue with solid explorer. I think we have to wait for a fix from solid explorer dev.
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Fixed by long pressing an apk file, selecting “open with” then selecting package installer. After this it works fine afterwards.
4 Years ago, I began to develop fooView, a productivity app to be simple for using the Android phones.
(You might check the background here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-fooview-alpha-im-t3326901)
Still many users ask me for a simple file manager like ES File Explorer, and they don't want other features such as floating, etc.
Today I extract a new file manager from fooView, it works as a normal file manager, without asking for floating and other permissions, for you.
Download FV File Explorer on Google Play.
one of the best innovation file explorer app, keep good work!
V1.4.0 2019.11.04 Changelog:
1. Compatibility:
-- Update To Android 9.0 API
-- Work With Android Q Release
2. Themes:
-- You Can Set Or Download Themes From Recommendation Menu Or Themes Menu
-- Add Blackgolden Theme
-- Add Blue Theme
-- Add Plasticine Theme
3. File:
-- Improve Webdav Implementation
-- Optimize Samba Plugin
-- Separated from fooView and first released
4. Many Minor Improvements
@fvalpha
I still use an older version of ES File Explorer. Thanks for that.
Now coming to FV File Explorer, I have just discovered it and installed it. Is there any explanation/guide to use it? I am not able to find the cut/paste/move option. The property option when an app is selected, takes me to the Settings in the ROM and doesn't give me the option to set permissions like 755 etc. (which is available in ES).
Any pointers?
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@fvalpha
I still use an older version of ES File Explorer. Thanks for that.
Now coming to FV File Explorer, I have just discovered it and installed it. Is there any explanation/guide to use it? I am not able to find the cut/paste/move option. The property option when an app is selected, takes me to the Settings in the ROM and doesn't give me the option to set permissions like 755 etc. (which is available in ES).
Any pointers?
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Thanks. For moving files, according to recent years trends, FV uses moveto style, without using the clipboard to transfer files. Just select files and choose moveto/copyto.
For change file permissions, enable "root explorer" from the advanced settings in settings first.
1.4.2 2019.12.30 Changelog:
1. Support Multiple Accounts For Cloud Drive
2. Update Google Drive API
3. Fix Some Compatibility Issues On Android Q
4. Support DataURL In Download Manager
6. Rotate Screen According To Device Orientation
7. Remove Useless Tilt
8. Fix Night Mode Issue
9. Many Other Improvements