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[Q] Is there no app for up/downloading files to Google Docs?

I have been searching for an app for the last 3 days but couldn't find anything that fits:
Requirement:
*simple app for uploading and downloading (any, not only "office" files) to Google Docs, basically something like the Dropbox client but only for Google
* optional automatic sync over wifi
Am I really looking for something that does not (yet) exist?
Someone told me that an app with such functionality is unwanted by Google?!
Greets,
Georg
PS: Sorry if I post this in the wrong section, couldn't find a better one...

Tried Docs by Google?

Yes, I did. But there is no option to download files directly to my device. You can only upload and edit files as far as I know...
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Some time ago I was using this one: https://market.android.com/details?id=art.wild.gdocs . It does what you want, I think. In addition it uses oauth and this is a big advantage for me, because I hate to enter my Google password into some apps.

Web browser?
You don't really need a specific app for every website on the internet.

BenKranged said:
Web browser?
You don't really need a specific app for every website on the internet.
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its a ***** trying to navigate GDocs through a browser

How do you use docs on a computer?

dunno if you know this but desktop browsers offer a smoother interface than a mobile browser

[Q] Chrome Beta for Android Laggy?

Chrome Beta for Android is ALWAYS laggy for me and when I stream from Google Play Music it always stutters. Has anyone else noticed this or is it just me? PS if your Chrome to Mobile keeps adding duplicates of your Xoom or phone and you can't find out how to remove the duplicates, they're removable through your Cloud Print Beta devices page. I just found that out. Anyway, does anyone know how to stop all of this Chrome lag and stutters?!?

Rblacula said:
PS if your Chrome to Mobile keeps adding duplicates of your Xoom or phone and you can't find out how to remove the duplicates, they're removable through your Cloud Print Beta devices page. I just found that out.
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I think you can remove them in Chrome Beta by long-pressing on the name of the device and then click 'remove'. I notice the option is there, but have'nt actually tried it myself.

Oh you mean where you can see all tabs open on the other devices. I meant Chrome To Mobile, like Chrome To Phone but easier to use and built in to Chrome (well, built into Chromium and Chrome Canary anyway).

Rblacula said:
Oh you mean where you can see all tabs open on the other devices. I meant Chrome To Mobile, like Chrome To Phone but easier to use and built in to Chrome (well, built into Chromium and Chrome Canary anyway).
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sorry i misunderstood. thanks for the tip though.

What the hell is happening to my chrome??

I've begun to hate using chrome (and xda because of chrome) because every time I go here, or to Android authority chrome gets some link from somewhere that's always like yourdailytopdealz or some crap and it deletes history of the page I was just on. Its very annoying and I would use another browser but all of my passwords and stuff that I've probably forgotten are in chrome so can anyone help me?

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I've begun to hate using chrome (and xda because of chrome) because every time I go here, or to Android authority chrome gets some link from somewhere that's always like yourdailytopdealz or some crap and it deletes history of the page I was just on. Its very annoying and I would use another browser but all of my passwords and stuff that I've probably forgotten are in chrome so can anyone help me?
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Sounds like you have malware...
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Getting rid of Samsung internet andx use chrome instead.

Anyone been able to disable Samsung internet in favor of chrome?

paniro187 said:
Anyone been able to disable Samsung internet in favor of chrome?
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I'm not sure why you would need to disable It? Just set Chrome as To The default I think...
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You can use package disabler pro to disable if you really want too
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paniro187 said:
Anyone been able to disable Samsung internet in favor of chrome?
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Only had the device several hours. I downloaded chrome and even my favorites list came with it. I deleted the Samsung internet app. For sure you can do the same. :good:
Ryland

dogredwing1 said:
You can use package disabler pro to disable if you really want too
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Lol I was literally just about to post that I figured it out when I used package disabler

No 3rd party app needed for me, I just went into app mgr, found the Sammy internet and cleared the default. Then was going to click a link hoping it would prompt me to choose Chrome, but when I went in app mgr to check Chrome settings, it was already default...

Why would you get rid of Samsung Internet?
You can use your fingerprint reader or the Iris Scanner (i think) to log in on websites and so on with it, which is a really nice feature. You can't do that with Google Chrome (correct me if i'm wrong on that).

Big Chrome user here but I honestly prefer the UI and the look of the samsung browser. Would definitely switch over to it if I had all my bookmarks and settings synced as easily as Chrome does.

Kinarb said:
Big Chrome user here but I honestly prefer the UI and the look of the samsung browser. Would definitely switch over to it if I had all my bookmarks and settings synced as easily as Chrome does.
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I agree. Samsung browser is also a smoother experience.
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Few Key differences between chrome and Samsung Browser.
Chrome : can easily sync your bookmarks, history across devices and is very convinient.
Samsung Broswer: History and bookmarks are synced under samsung email ( I really hate this and want to sync eith google) but fingerprint login to websites, ad blockers which works like a charm and video assistant which works grest on many anime sites is a big plus for me.
I use chrome on my work and personal laptops but samsung broswer on mobile.

neles86 said:
I agree. Samsung browser is also a smoother experience.
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Actually just tried this and it worked surprisingly smooth. I may just end up switching to the Samsung browser now to give it a try.

Tom-Helge said:
Why would you get rid of Samsung Internet?
You can use your fingerprint reader or the Iris Scanner (i think) to log in on websites and so on with it, which is a really nice feature. You can't do that with Google Chrome (correct me if i'm wrong on that).
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Google chrome autofill Passwords and that is cross platform if you login.
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Just uninstall it. On my international version i am able to do it out of the box.

Thanks for the post Sammy Internet is crazy and glad it's gone, use package disabled. Look at this insanity using sammys 'smooth' brower, never had a ad in years, all rooted up and then this thing pops up using sammysnet!
App I used was called
'Service disabler' and it was free, disabled 48 foul things associated in Sammy net

are there any web browser better then S8+ Samsung internet browser?

are there any other web browser better then S8+ Samsung internet browser?

umbrokhan said:
are there any other web browser better then S8+ Samsung internet browser?
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I prefer Chrome (stable) for S8+ in-hand, but Samsung Browser is way, way better for DeX.

jhofseth said:
I prefer Chrome (stable) for S8+ in-hand, but Samsung Browser is way, way better for DeX.
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whats DeX?
Im using chrome as well - all the passwords etc are somehow synced to the phone. I dont have to do much.
I tried Samsung browser and what i liked was the bar on the buttons = bookmarks. Ease of access but still chose chrome over it.

Own31 said:
whats DeX?
Im using chrome as well - all the passwords etc are somehow synced to the phone. I dont have to do much.
I tried Samsung browser and what i liked was the bar on the buttons = bookmarks. Ease of access but still chose chrome over it.
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I got mine at Amazon for less than one-hundred--well worth it! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XR9M1ZP
DeX is basically a docking station for S8/S8+ that turns your phone into a desktop computer. There are some decent reviews of it on YouTube. I use mine on my 4K UHDTV almost every day.

jhofseth said:
I got mine at Amazon for less than one-hundred--well worth it! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XR9M1ZP
DeX is basically a docking station for S8/S8+ that turns your phone into a desktop computer. There are some decent reviews of it on YouTube. I use mine on my 4K UHDTV almost every day.
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Ahh I see.
Cheers.

Go Chrome or go home.

umbrokhan said:
are there any other web browser better then S8+ Samsung internet browser?
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My viewpoint is....
Do you trust Google (overall personal info, browsing, etc)
You have to trust "someone" with this info.
I do, so i try and stick to most of Google apps
(Chrome, Google Assistant etc) where possible.
I prefer Chrome,( alternatively also use Firefox.)
For me, the web browsing History , bookmarking, smart login etc in Chrome suits me.
I can browse/bookmark, on my laptop
and later i can refer back with ease, on my device. (vice versa)
I know other web browsers can also sync, but for me Chrome is so much easier.

ajsmsg78 said:
Go Chrome or go home.
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Chrome does not have Ad Blocker, no dark theme.
so i use samsung Internet Beta with Ad blocker and dark mode.

The Samsung Internet Browser (even the stock app) can natively use up to 2 ad-block extensions at the same time, no root needed.
These extensions are available just on the Google Play store, for example AdBlockPlus:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.adblockplus.adblockplussbrowser
IMHO today it's not possible to browse the Internet without an ad-block filter... and Google clearly doesn't like it to be available in Chrome...

umbrokhan said:
Chrome does not have Ad Blocker, no dark theme.
so i use samsung Internet Beta with Ad blocker and dark mode.
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Adhell is the solution for ads. It blocks them all, even in apps. The best part is when it's running you don't even know it's there.

The top two, are Samsung Internet Beta and Chrome respectively at this moment for me. I find myself using Samsung Internet though, it just feels more fluid to me.

ajsmsg78 said:
Adhell is the solution for ads. It blocks them all, even in apps. The best part is when it's running you don't even know it's there.
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Unfortunately original Adhell has been banned and no longer works, there is currently an Adhell 2 version that however requires you to register with Samsung as a developer to receive a developer license for using Knox, it's a bit complicated to install and to make it work, and moreover Samsung repeatedly tries to block it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/themes/adhell-2-rootless-ad-blocking-t3663559

DNS66 No issues with ads on my device.

I use Chrome canary

themissionimpossible said:
Unfortunately original Adhell has been banned and no longer works, there is currently an Adhell 2 version that however requires you to register with Samsung as a developer to receive a developer license for using Knox, it's a bit complicated to install and to make it work, and moreover Samsung repeatedly tries to block it.
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I registered that developer account when I first got my S8+ and it was very easy. I've tried every Ad blocker there is and AdHell (now Adhell 2)works the best out of all of them.

Is there anyway to copy bookmarks from Samsung browser to their beta browser?

I really like FireFox Focus.

GTCC said:
Is there anyway to copy bookmarks from Samsung browser to their beta browser?
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from chrome to samsung beta ? if yes then you need chrome extension to get your bookmarks

umbrokhan said:
from chrome to samsung beta ? if yes then you need chrome extension to get your bookmarks
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No I mean from Samsung browser to Samsung browser beta.