8 best file managers for Android

File managers for Android differ in functionality, but what they all have in common is working with files: copying, transferring, categorizing and cataloguing, working with some online services and so on.

Here are brief overviews of the most popular file managers with options you may need both for daily use and for special occasions.

Cx File Explorer

The “trick” of this application is its ability to analyze files for system load and memory space. The app can also work with FTP and cloud storage, so you can transfer files from your smartphone to your computer and vice versa.

A video and text viewer option in File Explorer lets you find content quickly.

Astro

The app has the basic functionality needed for file storage. It also knows how to work with cloud services and archives.

It also has integrated modules for viewing images and video and playing audio content. Special mention should be made of the visual aspect of the application interface. Simply put, it is quite beautiful, which for many users is not unimportant.

Mi File Explorer

A very successful file manager developed by the specialists of the world-renowned company Xiaomi. It is distinguished from other similar applications by the ability to filter out unnecessary files in the explorer that are worth getting rid of, as well as clearing the cache.

In addition, this file manager can handle hidden files, which in some cases makes it indispensable. Of course, there are also the standard options that this kind of application requires.

Total Commander

If a user is looking for a file manager with as many options as possible, there is no question Total Commander. Standard tools for working with files, work with FTP and cloud storage, the ability to connect plug-ins, two-panel interface.

To all this splendor in the presence of Root rights user can add access to all files, without exception, available on the device. Of course, it is recommended to use this good only to those who, as they say, know what they do.

Solid Explorer

The Solid Explorer is especially good for users who require and appreciate the option to catalogue and categorize files. The app is different from its peers with a very detailed and well-designed list of criteria for sorting and searching files.

The app can also work with archives, cloud storage, and can back up files.

File Manager

Users love this app for its very user-friendly and nice-looking interface, as well as for its very good functionality.

Aside from the traditional options, this file manager is endowed with the ability to analyze the computer’s memory. The software can also be used to clean up the memory manually or via a specific plug-in.

What’s also great about File Manager is that it is highly configurable, so you can tweak many of the features to suit your own needs.

RS File Manager

This file manager is great for users who need to manage files not only on the mobile device, but also in the clouds or on local networks. You can also use the app to involve multiple users to work on a single document.

However, this file manager not only opens documents, but if the user wishes, it can also hide them using the built-in protection for files with sensitive information.

X plore

While some users have blamed this application for its outdated interface, its functionality is up to date. The application is capable of working with archives, FTP and cloud storage. There is also an integrated module for playing audio files.