# File Explorer

> A shortcut to the native File Explorer available since Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magetys.fileexplorer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magetys.fileexplorer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.magetys.fileexplorer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Magetys
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 235,080
- **Rating:** 4.19 / 5 (561 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-19
- **First published:** 2017-03-28
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 56 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.magetys.fileexplorer)
- **Website:** [http://www.magetys.fr](http://www.magetys.fr/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.magetys.fr/app/privacy-policy/fileexplorer.html](http://www.magetys.fr/app/privacy-policy/fileexplorer.html)

## Description

The File Explorer Chrome extension provides a direct shortcut to Android's native File Explorer, accessible since Android 6.0 Marshmallow. This handy tool simplifies file management by letting users browse internal storage, open files, copy, and share content seamlessly without navigating through the system settings.

By using this extension, you eliminate the need for third-party file management apps, relying on the secure and integrated native Android feature. It enhances productivity and accessibility by offering quick, easy access to the built-in file browsing interface originally hidden in Android's Settings > Storage > Explore.

## Rankings

- #147,176 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews praise File Explorer as lightweight, fast, ad-free, and easy to use, with handy quick access to internal storage or as a simple replacement for built-in file managers. However, recurring complaints include stability issues (crashes/not opening) and the sense that it is a wrapper/clone rather than a full standalone app, plus missing or limited features like showing file locations in searches and basic move/copy operations.

### Pros

- Lightweight and fast; small size
- No ads; ad-free experience
- Simple, hassle-free to use and works as described
- Useful for quick access to internal storage and can serve as a lightweight replacement for the built-in file manager
- Loads instantly and is easy to use

### Cons

- Not a full standalone file manager; acts as a wrapper/clone of the built-in Android file manager and may not retain user settings
- Stability issues; app sometimes stops/crashes and won\\'t open
- Missing or limited features such as showing file location in search results and basic move/copy operations may not work as expected

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magetys.fileexplorer)