# ExpLauncher > A highly functional file manager-style launcher. Organize your apps perfectly with flexible hierarchical folders and diverse display modes. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.aoya.explauncher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.aoya.explauncher) ## Overview - **ID:** `dev.aoya.explauncher` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** aoya.dev - **Category:** PERSONALIZATION - **Downloads:** 267 - **Version:** 0.12.9 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-01 - **First published:** 2026-03-16 - **Publisher country:** JP - **Size:** 4.46 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-10-09 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.aoya.explauncher) - **Privacy policy:** [https://aoya.dev/apps/explauncher/privacy](https://aoya.dev/apps/explauncher/privacy) ## Description ExpLauncher: A launcher app that manages apps like "files," functioning like a file manager.

ExpLauncher is more than just an app launcher. It's a dedicated app management station, offering a user experience similar to a PC file manager (Explorer or Finder), allowing you to organize and manage a vast number of apps to your liking.

[Reasons to Choose ExpLauncher]
■ "Folder Management" Like File Operations
• Infinite Hierarchical Structure: Create folders within folders. Classify apps in a deep hierarchy, just like on a PC.
• Intuitive Drag & Drop: Move, copy (register to multiple folders), and rearrange apps smoothly, just like moving files.
• Sidebar Navigation: Instantly jump to your desired folder from any screen using the tree-style sidebar.

■ Efficient "2-Pane Split Display"
• Split-Screen Mode: Display two folders simultaneously on one screen. Move apps between folders precisely while viewing the left and right panes.

• Left or Right: Customize the sidebar's placement (left or right) and split direction to suit your device.

■ Four Diverse Display Modes
• Icons: The standard style of a typical launcher.
• Details: For professionals who prioritize app specifications.
• List: Simple single-line display.
• Tiled: Multi-line list.

■ Professional-grade "Details View"
• Visualization of Detailed Information: Displays detailed app information such as installation date, last modified date, APK size, version, target SDK, and package name in a list format.
• Advanced Sorting Function: Supports sorting not only by name, but also by size, modification date, and other sorting options specific to file managers.
• Real-time Search: Instantly filter the desired app from a vast list.

■ Advanced Personalization
• Individual Folder Settings: You can individually save "icon size," "sort order," and "display mode" for each folder.

• Wallpaper and Theme Support: Features a transparent mode to showcase your favorite wallpapers and a system-linked dark mode.

■ Reliable "Backup and Restore (Import/Export)"

• Save All Settings: Export your created folder structure, app order, and UI settings as a single backup file (JSON).

• Smooth Device Changes: Using the standard Android file selection UI (SAF), you can restore your previous environment anytime from backups saved to the cloud or SD card.

ExpLauncher is designed for power users who "have too many apps to organize" or "want to manage more efficiently like a system engineer."

Download now and transform your Android into a perfectly organized workspace.

*Future updates will include a "file browser mode" to manipulate actual storage and a "widget placement function." ## Rankings - #1,646,088 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `dev.aoya.explauncher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [Simple App Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dexon.appmenu) — 476 users - [App Launcher - Simple & Fast](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplemobiletools.haider.app.launcher.pro) — 565 users - [Launcher OS Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imammukholik.launcherospro) — 1,043 users - [App Launcher Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.burujtech.zxlqnb.appmanager.pro) — 122 users - [Section Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sectionlauncher.app) — 61 users - [Launcher Small App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pranavpandey.smallapp.launcher.license) — 379 users - [Phi Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.launcher.hype) — 73,326 users, 4.07 / 5 - [Popup Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ss.popuplauncher) — 22,421 users, 3.84 / 5 - [Launcher OS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.zlzpresstozlz.launcheros) — 280 users - [Launcher Lite Small App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pranavpandey.smallapp.launcher) — 38,226 users, 5.00 / 5 - [ux Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/bl.studioux.uxLauncher) — 674 users - [Simple App Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplemobiletools.applauncher) — 4,324,693 users, 4.54 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.aoya.explauncher)