Hi, I know this is kind of a weak topic to start but, I haven't been on Android in about 3 years and have really lost track of, and gotten out of the loop in what is going on here.... I still remember alot, and even had .apk's stashed away from having a rooted G1 running CM6 back in the day.... I want to know what file explorer/browser you are using and why... I am currently unemployed and don't really want to spend on a pair file browser but wouldn't mind paying $.99 so post your favorite even if it costs more and tell me why!!!
TIA
it dont matter right now
Just use stock until we get (if we get) bootloader unlocked and sbf. but i have root explorer downloaded it works great you can get into any file you want, but you need to be rooted. Even though right now if you have a x2 there is no reason for a good file explorer there is nothing special to do right now. i bought back in the day when i had a og droid it was very useful back then.
I use root explorer as well it helped me swap my sd card partitions with ease once we had the right file. I just find root explorer to be easier to use its not complicated at least to me.
For the browser I use dolphin hd its free in the market. It works fast has some pretty good features like addons support, slide your finger on the left side of.the screen and you will get your bookmarks. I enjoy using dolphin.hd better then the stock.browser
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I use stock for now. Used to switch between Root Explorer and Astro on my Droid. Astro helped me view my sloppy, unorganized SD card with ease.
I always have root explorer for when i need it, but I use astro any other time. Mostly out of habit, a few ROMs I've gone through even came with it, but its also pretty feature rich. My buddy was always using ES, and if i remember right it had some nice features for those that root built in.
Astro works better than the stock file manager, but root explorer really is king in the field.
Always used Estrongs on the stock. ROM. But miui has a decent one pre-installes. It even has an FTP server and used space analyzer. Which is very awesome!
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Anyone using Droid Explorer?
Over in the Touch Pro 2 forum, it was mentioned quite heavily and it appears to be working.
Or is this more of a tool for rooted devices?
zeb carter said:
Anyone using Droid Explorer?
Over in the Touch Pro 2 forum, it was mentioned quite heavily and it appears to be working.
Or is this more of a tool for rooted devices?
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Pretty sure Droid Explorer is a Windows program that allows you to decompile apps
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I use File Expert. It is great for Root access and it also connects to my home pc over wifi for copying files.
Thanks for all the opinions folks... Really appreciate it... Went ahead and spent the money for root explorer as I plan to be on android for a longtime coming now....
I also picked up root explorer and it is definitely worth the money. Android should have had this all along.
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Root Explorer... fast, simple, displays file icons.
husker31337 said:
Root Explorer... fast, simple, displays file icons.
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X2. Root is legit.
Root Explorer is the choice for me
Root Explorer.
Reason Is That It Allows To Edit Just About Every File.
Forgot Androzip If No Other Explorer To Install R.E.
ES file explorer has always been good to me. Its free and has root permissions.
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+1 root explorer. Ive been using it for a long time and since they added thumbnails it has it all IMO
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Having read about a great mod to eliminate the annoying sd-card mounting sound upon reboots, i really wanted a way to edit build.prop from my phone without relying on my PC.
I know that Root Explorer would do the trick, but I was not willing to spend $4 to do such a minor edit.
That said, with a little Googling I found a great free editor that allows you to make a backup before you start and fiddle at your discretion. http://code.google.com/p/net-widgetron-propeditor/downloads/detail?name=PropEditor-0.3.apk
Thought this might help someone!
Cheers
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Nice find!
I gotta say though that Root Explorer is well worth the money if you like to tweak your phone. I use it constantly to edit/backup/move/etc system files and ANY file really.
I can tell you that it has also saved my butt more than once when I did something I shouldn't by giving me the ability to change something back before rebooting my phone into a boot loop.
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Trust me............Root Explorer will save you a lot of time for that $4 in the long run. It's a must have app, no doubt about it!
I found that Ghost Commander offered the same kind of file management capabilities as Root Explorer with the omission of some small features. (Like a build.prop editor!) It's also a free download from the market.
My needs are not the most complex either... I'll wait for someone else to test the waters before I dive in so that the brick potential is minimized.
Cheers!
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axial_pro said:
I found that Ghost Commander offered the same kind of file management capabilities as Root Explorer with the omission of some small features. (Like a build.prop editor!) It's also a free download from the market.
My needs are not the most complex either... I'll wait for someone else to test the waters before I dive in so that the brick potential is minimized.
Cheers!
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Everyone has different needs. I don't mind paying $4 because for me it has long paid for itself. I have been using Root Explorer since back when I had my Galaxy S.
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GibMcFragger said:
Everyone has different needs. I don't mind paying $4 because for me it has long paid for itself. I have been using Root Explorer since back when I had my Galaxy S.
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+1 Root exp is the way to be
why is it that i cannot edit my build.prop file in Root explorer. i have paid for it and have it and i have root and super user access.
when i go to edit the build.prop it said that i cant... it said "Warning, you cannot edit this file because the file system is read-only. WTF this is aggravating me so much. all i want to do is Edit my build.prop file and i cant seem to find a way to do it. i searched all over these forums and cant find it.
my phone is STOCK but i have it rooted. i don't want to add anything else really. all i want to do is edit the file for purchasing gameloft games.
GibMcFragger said:
Nice find!
I gotta say though that Root Explorer is well worth the money if you like to tweak your phone. I use it constantly to edit/backup/move/etc system files and ANY file really.
I can tell you that it has also saved my butt more than once when I did something I shouldn't by giving me the ability to change something back before rebooting my phone into a boot loop.
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before u go into the text editor u have to click "make r/w" on the top of the screen.
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you guys all completely derailed the point of this thread.
Prop Editor is an awesome app for editing your prop files. It is EASIER to use than Root Explorer's text editor, because 1) it sorts all the lines in build.prop alphabetically and removes comments and 2) it allows you to select single lines and edit the values or replace them with some pre-existing suggestions (such as when editing the phone model line).
I find it much better to use than Root Explorer for when I want to edit my build.prop, and I paid for RE too.
My Thoughts Exactly!!
And Prop Editor has Backup Option!!
dLo GSR said:
you guys all completely derailed the point of this thread.
Prop Editor is an awesome app for editing your prop files. It is EASIER to use than Root Explorer's text editor, because 1) it sorts all the lines in build.prop alphabetically and removes comments and 2) it allows you to select single lines and edit the values or replace them with some pre-existing suggestions (such as when editing the phone model line).
I find it much better to use than Root Explorer for when I want to edit my build.prop, and I paid for RE too.
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I just recently switched from a Droid Charge to the Rezound. There was an easy way on the Charge to see all your files and downloads in a nice File Folder. Is there anything like that on the Rezound or something from the market I can download?
Thanks
jwalker007
astro file explorer, or es file explorer. If you want to see your download folder, open your app drawer and click on downloads.
I like ES the most but if you're rooted then Root explorer is the way to go.
Thanks I'll give it a try.
jwalker007
Anyone have issues with these? I loaded es and two days later my phone started boot looping and no way out of it. Kind of worried to load one
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Anyone have issues with these? I loaded es and two days later my phone started boot looping and no way out of it. Kind of worried to load one
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Unless you did something while having root access in ES, there's really not any way that the program could cause your boot looping. I always use Root Explorer, but I've used ES before and never had any troubles.
I use Astro file manager from the market. It's always worked flawless for me.
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i use ES, no problems here.
thatsricci said:
i use ES, no problems here.
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Same here.
~John
I know ASTRO is like the main one but are there others that are possibly better than ASTRO?
Ive really grown to like oi file manager, and its free
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I know ASTRO is like the main one but are there others that are possibly better than ASTRO?
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Now that Astro has "upgraded" to a huge, bloated, useless app (IMHO) I don't think there are any that are worse? I've used ES File explorer, it seems to do what I need but, as always, YMMV.
Id recommend Root Explorer. Sure you've got to pay for it, but its more useful than all the free explorers combined.
Signature.
Astro has become junk IMO.
Es File Explorer
2nd choice would be root explorer but I stick with ES
I used to use astro........ But switched to es file
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I too use ES. It has Box and Dropbox integration and I can get files from shared folders on my desktop when connected to my home WiFi (LAN access)
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Is the pay version of root explorer the only one or are there any free ones that r good?
Thanks
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ES File Explorer or Super Manager work fine too.
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thank you!
I think root browser is the best looking and best functional free app for root browsing:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.root.browserfree
To get rid of the ads you may have a look at the developers thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1338582
there are actually a handful of good ones(free ones). u should start with root browser lite. has a lot of options. but to name a few off the top of my head would include, script manager. andro zip root, there are also browsers in rom toolbox and other apps. depends i guess on what it is you want to do when you find what youre looking for. to be honest, the stock file manager on the razr or the "my files" app, is really not that bad
My choice : Ghost Commander
But, my favorite is ....
command line mode in Connectbot's text terminal
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All these apps you lot talk about on the market that you have to pay for are free on Google.
I would like to post the link here of the paid version but someone would report me in a heartbeat.
I have Rom Tool Box Pro & like Root Browser, but my new favorite free app is X-Plore. It does everything root explorer does & has some nice customisations.
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MattyOnXperiaX10 said:
All these apps you lot talk about on the market that you have to pay for are free on Google.
I would like to post the link here of the paid version but someone would report me in a heartbeat.
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Hi! I'm trying to sim unlock my SGS2 and all the method I've tried has failed and I cant find a free browser that let me find out the nv_data.bin
Last time I got into efs folder I was happy to see it is not empty but I'm afraid the nv_data.bin is still hiden or is not present! Can you please help me!
@konbeatstudios
Thank you
Solid Explorer would be my first choice!
aaatoel said:
Solid Explorer would be my first choice!
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Solid Explorer is the best:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pl.solidexplorer
lukas77 said:
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Solid Explorer is the best:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pl.solidexplorer
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aaatoel said:
Solid Explorer would be my first choice!
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+1 for Solid Explorer
This App is great!
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I agree with Solid explorer. It is awesome.
From my ICED down MAXX!
ES File Explorer for me.
it accesses my Box.net, SkyDrive, GoogleDrive, and DropBox right inside the app. moving/copying files couldn't be easier.
Solid Explorer +1
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i was about to say es explorer. but then i took a solid explorer to the knee.....
holy **** it has soo many features my toes are twitching
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ES File Explorer. The best.
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reaperzero said:
i was about to say es explorer. but then i took a solid explorer to the knee.....
holy **** it has soo many features my toes are twitching
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now im interested.
what features does SE has that ES doesn't?
so far i can do everything i wanted with ES, so im reluctant to try new stuff (BETA stuff nonetheless)
R3dbeaver said:
now im interested.
what features does SE has that ES doesn't?
so far i can do everything i wanted with ES, so im reluctant to try new stuff (BETA stuff nonetheless)
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well its mostly a nicer UI >_< it does everything ES Explorer can but its as powerful as root explorer. its two in one with a nicer body lol. and thus far no glitches found. pretty good i say
Which is the lightest fast and practical file explorer for everyday use?
What do you need it for (built in file support, root access, etc)?
Try xplore, it has all one needs in a file manager.
masouras2003 said:
Which is the lightest fast and practical file explorer for everyday use?
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This is pretty easy to answer: ES File Explorer.
It's free and fast and besides being a normal file manager it's task killer & cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.) and ftp client.
I've been using if for a couple of years with tons of different roms and mobiles and never had a problem.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
just for copy paste files and extract zip files... simple ui like root explorer?
There are 2 file browsers I use on an everyday basis, firstly if you want a good UI experience, the ES File Explorer and the best thing about it is free! Second thing I use is the Root Explorer app and it is not free although it's worth a buy, if you are onto changing ROMs and other tweak stuffs then this baby is for you!
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Root Explorer! This thing is a power house. Simple to use, very clean, and does exactly what you tell it to do
Shifted from Outer Space
Wrong section -_- and as far as ur question is concerned use root explorer
Solid Explorer or FX Explorer.
Been using Root Explorer for a long time, and it's rock solid. Recently though, I've started using FX Explorer and it's the only one I use now. And next time you have a question, post it in the Q&A section.
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Total commander.
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Go for root explorer.. purchase it. One of the worth apps which wont disappoint you.
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Total Commander. N1ce
Stock LRQ [slim line] > NoteCore 14.1
Miui file explorer (mi file explore)
Me canse de firmar
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I tried the most that you told me... not even one was like root explorer so i'm gonna buy it... thanks
sorry for posting it here :/
Solid Explorer. Free, beautiful, easy to use, and has tonnes of features. Root explorer doesn't compare.
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Es(trongs) file explorer
Also supports root
okmijnlp said:
Solid Explorer. Free, beautiful, easy to use, and has tonnes of features. Root explorer doesn't compare.
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Agreed.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pl.solidexplorer&hl=fr
To those guys using Root Explorer [Lite], is there any way to make a homescreen shortcut to the downloads folder?
I was made aware of Solid Explorer from this post... It's the coolest app I've come across in a really long time!
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