Cookies help us deliver our services. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookiesLearn moreGot it
  • My Account
  • Search
  • Maps
  • YouTube
  • Play
  • Gmail
  • Drive
  • Calendar
  • Google+
  • Translate
  • Photos
More
  • Shopping
  • Docs
  • Books
  • Blogger
  • Contacts
  • Hangouts
  • Keep
Even more from Google
Sign in
Hidden fields
Search
  • Apps
    • My apps
    • Shop
    • Games
    • Family
    • Editors' Choice
  • Movies & TV
    • My movies & TV
    • Shop
    • TV
    • Family
    • Studios
    • Networks
  • Music
    • My music
    • Shop
  • Books
    • My books
    • Shop
    • Comics
  • Newsstand
    • My newsstand
    • Shop
  • Devices
    • Shop
  • Entertainment
  • Account
  • Buy gift card
  • My wishlist
  • My Play activity
  • Parent Guide
    • Android Wear
    • Art & Design
    • Auto & Vehicles
    • Beauty
    • Books & Reference
    • Business
    • Comics
    • Communication
    • Dating
    • Education
    • Entertainment
    • Events
    • Finance
    • Food & Drink
    • Health & Fitness
    • House & Home
    • Libraries & Demo
    • Lifestyle
    • Maps & Navigation
    • Medical
    • Music & Audio
    • News & Magazines
    • Parenting
    • Personalization
    • Photography
    • Productivity
    • Shopping
    • Social
    • Sports
    • Tools
    • Travel & Local
    • Video Players & Editors
    • Weather
    • Games
    • Action
    • Adventure
    • Arcade
    • Board
    • Card
    • Casino
    • Casual
    • Educational
    • Music
    • Puzzle
    • Racing
    • Role Playing
    • Simulation
    • Sports
    • Strategy
    • Trivia
    • Word
    • Family
    • Ages 5 & Under
    • Ages 6-8
    • Ages 9 & Up
    • Action & Adventure
    • Brain Games
    • Creativity
    • Education
    • Music & Video
    • Pretend Play
Home
Top Charts
New Releases
Cover art

FX File Explorer

59,565
NextApp, Inc. Business
PEGI 3 PEGI 3
Offers in-app purchases
Loading device compatibility...
Item added to wishlist.
Item removed from wishlist.
1
  FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail     FX File Explorer- screenshot thumbnail
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot
   FX File Explorer- screenshot

FX File Explorer features a Material Design UI and new ways to transfer your files between devices and computers:

* SMBv2 support.
* New "FX Connect" transfers files from phone-to-phone with Wi-Fi Direct. Supports NFC to connect two phones by physically touching their backs together. (requires FX+)
* New "Web Access" enables transfer and management of files and media from your computer's web browser. You can drag-and-drop entire folders to your phone from your computer, or stream your phone's music playlists to your computer over Wi-Fi. (requires FX+)

FX is a file explorer built to make working with files and media on your phone or tablet as easy as it is on your computer:

* Productivity-oriented "Home Screen": Directly access your important folders, media, and cloud storage
* Multiple window support, with dual-view mode to see two windows at once
* "Usage View" mode shows the total size and content makeup of every folder, as you browse and manage files
* Support for most file archive formats

FX protects your privacy:

* No advertisements
* No tracking of user activity: FX does not ever "phone home"
* Built by NextApp, Inc., a US corporation founded in 2002; all proprietary code was developed in-house

The optional FX+ Add-On module enables more functionality:

* Access networked computers, including FTP, SSH FTP, WebDAV, and Windows Networking (SMB1 and SMB2)
* Connect to cloud storage including Google Drive, Dropbox, SugarSync, Box, SkyDrive, and OwnCloud
* Manage installed applications, with support for browsing applications based on their required permissions
* Create and explore inside AES-256/AES-128 encrypted zip files
* Browse audio content by artist/album/playlist; manage and organize playlists
* Directly browse photo and video folders
* Encrypted password keyring (use one password to access network and cloud locations)

FX includes a number of built-in editing/viewing applets:

* Text Editor (with undo/redo history, cut/paste, search, and pinch-to-zoom)
* Binary (Hex) Viewer
* Image Viewer
* Media Player and pop-up Audio Player
* Zip, Tar, GZip, Bzip2, 7zip archive creators and extractors
* RAR file extractor
* Shell Script Executor
My review
Review from

Reviews

4.4
59,565 total
5 39,886
4 10,652
3 4,006
2 1,753
1 3,268
Jonathan Reyes
I love this app. It does everything you want in a file manager: connects with Dropbox and Google Drive, transfer files by sftp, allows one device to manipulate files on another device of yours, allows multiple tabs for easy navigation. And now they've made a way to set individual default sorting-orders for any directory. This had previously been my only complaint, that the current sort-order setting became the default sort-order for any directory you viewed thereafter. But now my Downloads folder sorts by "most recent" even though my Documents folder sorts by "name".
Bob Chapman
There are so many excellent file managers available for download from the Play Store. Suffice it to say that FX File Explorer is very close to the top of the list. My only lament is that FX does not recognize mov files. When FX is used to identify video files, mov video files are absent from the list even with the FX Plus Upgrade installed. Perhaps a future update might address this.
Brayden McEwan
It's really good and worth it! The only problem I'd have is that the picture viewer doesn't play Gifs. Other than that it works wonders! Much better then the one my phone has preinstalled which I can't remove. Also can the new "sort by" menu be removed? Or maybe made so I can turn it off to the old setting and on if I want it to be there?
chris johnstone
advertises that it is free, no ads, smbv2 support, no annoyances just to get you to download it. then you download it and find network support and pretty much anything not included with the android file manager locked behind a paywall. annoying.
Alex Dre
Possibly the best file explorer for android. It is very fast and responsive. The ui looks good and polished. Lastly, having no ads is the best as you can instantly access your file and no ads taking up some space on the screen.
Cenon Del Rosario
Even with the new updates zooming on images still a pretty bad experience, just too sensitive! Developer does not respond and updates/improvements are far and few. Stick with Solid Explorer, way better than this.

User reviews

Jonathan Reyes December 17, 2017
I love this app. It does everything you want in a file manager: connects with Dropbox and Google Drive, transfer files by sftp, allows one device to manipulate files on another device of yours, allows multiple tabs for easy navigation. And now they've made a way to set individual default sorting-orders for any directory. This had previously been my only complaint, that the current sort-order setting became the default sort-order for any directory you viewed thereafter. But now my Downloads folder sorts by "most recent" even though my Documents folder sorts by "name".
Full Review
Bob Chapman January 6, 2018
There are so many excellent file managers available for download from the Play Store. Suffice it to say that FX File Explorer is very close to the top of the list. My only lament is that FX does not recognize mov files. When FX is used to identify video files, mov video files are absent from the list even with the FX Plus Upgrade installed. Perhaps a future update might address this.
Full Review
Brayden McEwan December 19, 2017
It's really good and worth it! The only problem I'd have is that the picture viewer doesn't play Gifs. Other than that it works wonders! Much better then the one my phone has preinstalled which I can't remove. Also can the new "sort by" menu be removed? Or maybe made so I can turn it off to the old setting and on if I want it to be there?
Full Review
chris johnstone December 23, 2017
advertises that it is free, no ads, smbv2 support, no annoyances just to get you to download it. then you download it and find network support and pretty much anything not included with the android file manager locked behind a paywall. annoying.
Full Review
Alex Dre December 19, 2017
Possibly the best file explorer for android. It is very fast and responsive. The ui looks good and polished. Lastly, having no ads is the best as you can instantly access your file and no ads taking up some space on the screen.
Full Review
Cenon Del Rosario December 25, 2017
Even with the new updates zooming on images still a pretty bad experience, just too sensitive! Developer does not respond and updates/improvements are far and few. Stick with Solid Explorer, way better than this.
Full Review
December 29, 2017
Absolutely awesome app... Extremely useful in my department and management. Love the no ads philosophy, which I acquired the paid version mainly as a result of this (the extras that come with this is a useful complement to my arsenal of tools. There's only one way to do a job, andthat's the right way. Keep up the good work!!! Thanks for the contribution,
Full Review
Helicobacter Pylori January 3, 2018
This app is the only free file browser that has no ads and tile view. It just makes sorting things a breeze.
Full Review
Subham Satyajeet December 18, 2017
This explorer is absolutely brilliant. The only debatable facet is the design, and it is very polished, if not for everyone. But for a no-ads application, I'm not complaining.
Full Review
Steve Williams December 21, 2017
Best Android file explorer I've used. However, if you're not interested in casting to Chromecast Ultra. casting is hit or miss Mostly miss (version 6.2.0.1)
Full Review
L LQ December 18, 2017
bad: overwritten my sd card without warning me that my file is too large for the storage space left. good: transparent theme
Full Review
Nisarg Shrivats December 20, 2017
This is the best file manager and root explorer..period. That's all, no crazy ads , no begging for personal info. Can handle different file formats... What more.. This is the best.
Full Review
Ama Nota Gogo December 17, 2017
Way better that that other one that bloats. This is a lean mean and very usable app - never had any trouble and always gets better. Recommended!
Full Review
Syafiq Merican December 30, 2017
Great file explorer alternative. Feedback: On mate 10 pro, slide to open hamburger menu animation and response pretty sluggish. Hope some fix on this. Thanks.
Full Review
pcwiz smith December 18, 2017
In order to access Dropbox or Network files you must upgrade to the Plus version. However, it does look pretty. Using the free version, cannot select files and move to SD Card. So, buyer beware.
Full Review
NextApp, Inc. December 19, 2017
Sorry, plus version is required for network access, but there have to be some paid features. Free version should be able to select files and move them to the SD card though....tap the [+] button in the top bar to select. Before you can use the SD card, you'll need to go to the upper right menu (in SD card) and select "Enable Write Access".
Ömer Can Durmuş December 27, 2017
I'm using this app since released and still best. I only wish one feature. HFS support. I found a file manager that supports but FX mile ahead of it. Do you have any plan to bring features like this? I would pay for it.
Full Review
Johnny B December 26, 2017
Since last update the custom wallpaper will not stay in the background, this app needs setting backup export and import due to having to uninstall and reinstall every time it goes wrong!
Full Review
NextApp, Inc. November 16, 2017
Settings backup/restore is in public 6.2 beta, will be in production soon.
December 27, 2017
By far the best file manager out there, upgraded version makes sharing files a breeze but free version is perfect if you don't need yo u don't need networking capabilities
Full Review
ewen reynolds January 1, 2018
Unable to add a Dropbox account. Awaiting feedback from an email to developer. Other than that issue it appears to be a solid app.
Full Review
Giles Smith December 17, 2017
Provides easy to access detailed info on everything on your phone. If you have root, it's incredibly useful. Straightforward. Great app.
Full Review
January 4, 2018
I looked everywhere in the menu and settings so that I could be able to delete and move files from my SD card but despite the app telling me to go into the menu I cannot find the settings anywhere so I am uninstalling and going back to ES File Explorer
Full Review
Srikanth Premkumar December 19, 2017
Amazing loved the UI very presice and to the point. Don't know how I missed this all these days.
Full Review
Rahul Shaw December 17, 2017
too good.. simple and awesome graphics.. just one thing.. cant seem to access the phone memory.. is there a fix to it?
Full Review
NextApp, Inc. December 19, 2017
The "Main Storage" item should show the contents of the phone's internal storage. Please email android@nextapp.com if it's not working.
Blood December 27, 2017
Crashes when I open downloads or music folder everytime its so irritating
Full Review
Suraj Gaur January 5, 2018
Now its working well... And its UI is awesome.
Full Review
Ben Grisdale December 31, 2017
Great replacement for ES, that got bloated! Works really well!
Full Review
Chuma A. December 17, 2017
Excellent app. Must have. The split screen feature is my favourite feature which i find useful when moving files between folder. The UI as well as functionality is equally excellent.
Full Review
eldho james December 17, 2017
The best file explorer app become best^2 with new update Google please allow me to give more than 5 stars ✨
Full Review
December 17, 2017
It works! It reads usb storage contents and copies/moves files. It is not so intuitive, but I recommend it.
Full Review
Ronnapee Jeerakitlert December 21, 2017
Move .rar file from phone to SD Card all .rar file is crash error can't extract 😤😤😤😤😤😤😤
Full Review
Skitty Wailord December 20, 2017
Last two updates won't let me view animated gifs. Back to 5 * when fixed. Edit: Two months later and still not fixed. Down to 1*.
Full Review
stєvє chαvís December 19, 2017
Although you may select multiple files, there is no way to paste in destination. They must be moved one by one
Full Review
NextApp, Inc. December 19, 2017
You can select multiple files by tapping the [+] button in the upper right corner.
Yogi Tiwary December 26, 2017
Best file manager on play store. Rar extraction takes a lot of time compared to other apps, please look into it.
Full Review
Franck Jaït December 20, 2017
Still no fix for the transparent theme. 1★ well deserved
Full Review
Suwarna Adhi Galang January 1, 2018
THE BEST FILES EXPLORER. Its simple privacy policy, I love it. The UI of the app is simple and pleasing to the eye. 5 star for you.
Full Review
Kipper Klank December 19, 2017
Really nice if your phone manufacturer is stupid enough NOT to have a file browser already installed.
Full Review
December 23, 2017
Best part is no annoying ads...then it is awesomely fast...no glitches... beautiful interface...just great...respects privacy....love it
Full Review
Aakash Gupta December 19, 2017
It is draining battery quickly. It is a very good app but can't use it it is draining battery.
Full Review
January 5, 2018
Decent app, good UI, but lacks a few key required features compared to my current file managers.
Full Review
carlos nascimento December 18, 2017
Perfect in every way. Everything you can ask from a file explorer. SMB support is a great. my hats off to nextapp.
Full Review
Review deleted

What's New

Icon and aesthetic updates to home screen, audio, apps, and cleaning tools.
FX Widget now supports adding any home screen icon to launcher desktop.
Improved thumbnail rendering performance and caching.
"Storage Overview" plots show disk usage in top-level folders, including local storage, cloud, and network shares.
Sort order and icon can be customized and saved for individual folders.
Display-as-icon now shows size/date overlay when sorted by size/date.

Additional information

Updated
December 17, 2017
Installs
5,000,000 - 10,000,000
Current Version
6.3.0.1
Requires Android
2.3.3 and up
Content Rating
PEGI 3
Learn more
In-app Products
€2.99 per item
Permissions
Report
Flag as inappropriate
Offered By
NextApp, Inc.
Developer
Visit website Email android@nextapp.com Privacy Policy
2549-B Eastbluff Drive #201 Newport Beach, CA 92660

Similar See more

File Commander - File Manager/Explorer
Pre-ordered
File Commander - File Manager/Explorer
MobiSystems
Access, manage and share your local and remote files with ease.
ES File Explorer File Manager
Pre-ordered
ES File Explorer File Manager
ES Global
ES File Explorer to easily manage,share all your local Android and Cloud files.
File Manager
Pre-ordered
File Manager
ZenUI, ASUS Computer Inc.
Your managing tool for files in the local, microSD, LAN, or Cloud storage
X-plore File Manager
Pre-ordered
X-plore File Manager
Lonely Cat Games
X-plore is dual-pane file manager with tree view, LAN/FTP/Root/Clouds and more.
File Manager
Pre-ordered
File Manager
Flashlight + Clock
Fast, easy-to-use and full-featured file manager app with cloud integration.
Total Commander - file manager
Pre-ordered
Total Commander - file manager
C. Ghisler
Android version of the desktop file manager Total Commander (www.ghisler.com).
File Manager (File transfer)
Pre-ordered
File Manager (File transfer)
CM_Filemanager
Fully featured file management tool with cloud and Wi-Fi file transfer
Solid Explorer File Manager
Pre-ordered
Solid Explorer File Manager
NeatBytes
Powerful file manager and cloud manager with root explorer.
Astro File Manager (File Explorer)
Pre-ordered
Astro File Manager (File Explorer)
Metago
Award-winning File Manager and File Explorer App. Manage your files easily!
File Manager File Explorer
Pre-ordered
File Manager File Explorer
Maple Media
File Manager and Browser with DropBox, Google Drive and more
Amaze File Manager
Pre-ordered
Amaze File Manager
Team Amaze
Simple and attractive file manager for android
ES File Explorer/Manager PRO
Pre-ordered
ES File Explorer/Manager PRO
ES Global
1
No.1 Android file explorer/ file manager keep high quality for years
1
MK Explorer (File manager)
Pre-ordered
MK Explorer (File manager)
kormateusz
MK Explorer is another simple file manager.
File Expert - file manager
Pre-ordered
File Expert - file manager
GMobile Apps
Full featured local & network file manager, trusted by millions of users
File Manager
Pre-ordered
File Manager
Mobile Clean System Lab
File Manager, File Explorer, App Manager, FTP Server
File Manager HD(File transfer)
Pre-ordered
File Manager HD(File transfer)
CM_Filemanager
Find downloaded,recent,media files easily. Support File transfer,Cloud,LAN/SMB
Moto File Manager
Pre-ordered
Moto File Manager
Motorola Mobility LLC.
Moto File Manager provides an easy way to find, transfer and edit files.

More from developer See more

SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD
Pre-ordered
SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD
NextApp, Inc.
Enable apps to write to your MicroSD card under Android KitKat (root required)
SystemPanel 2
Pre-ordered
SystemPanel 2
NextApp, Inc.
SystemPanel 2 beta.
File Explorer (Root Add-On)
Pre-ordered
File Explorer (Root Add-On)
NextApp, Inc.
Adds root access capabilities to FX File Explorer.
File Explorer (Plus Add-On)
Pre-ordered
File Explorer (Plus Add-On)
NextApp, Inc.
1
FX Plus adds media, networking, and cloud capabilities to FX File Explorer.
1
WebSharingLite (File Manager)
Pre-ordered
WebSharingLite (File Manager)
NextApp, Inc.
Transfer files to your device using Wi-Fi and your web browser.
SystemPanelLite Task Manager
Pre-ordered
SystemPanelLite Task Manager
NextApp, Inc.
SystemPanel features a task manager and system monitor.
Technical Keyboard
Pre-ordered
Technical Keyboard
NextApp, Inc.
NextApp Technical keyboard with directional arrow and function keys.
FX Faenza Icon Theme
Pre-ordered
FX Faenza Icon Theme
NextApp, Inc.
Faenza Icons for FX File Explorer: a set of high-definition icons for FX+.
Atlas Web Browser
Pre-ordered
Atlas Web Browser
NextApp, Inc.
Atlas is a web browser with ad, privacy, and JavaScript filtering.
Atlas Plus LICENSE KEY
Pre-ordered
Atlas Plus LICENSE KEY
NextApp, Inc.
1
License key for Atlas Web Browser to enable paid features.
1
SystemPanel App / Task Manager
Pre-ordered
SystemPanel App / Task Manager
NextApp, Inc.
1
SystemPanel features a task manager, app manager, and system monitor.
1
WebSharing (WiFi File Manager)
Pre-ordered
WebSharing (WiFi File Manager)
NextApp, Inc.
1
Transfer and view files, music, photos, and videos from your phone over Wi-Fi.
1
©2018 Google Site Terms of Service Privacy Developers Artists About Google All prices include VAT.
By purchasing this item, you are transacting with Google Payments and agreeing to the Google Payments Terms of Service and Privacy Notice .