One of the apps that cannot be missing on my Smart TV is the file explorer because yes, you can install and uninstall apps from the Android TV/Google TV interface, but this task is not enough to see what files are there and take action. So if you’re looking A good file explorer to download from Google Play Store to your TV, here is a list of the best.

File Commander

File Commander is one of my favorite apps in general, not just as a file manager. Among its strengths highlights how complete it is and its interface (design is not the strong point of such apps), it’s pretty clear and yet full of options. Thus, it adapts to both dark and light themes.

With File Commander you will be able to directly access videos, images, music, convert files and sync with Google Drive. The free version is more than enough but if you want to get rid of ads and have extra features like data encryption and recycle bin, you can always pay and get premium.

Explore File Manager

X-plore File Manager is one of the oldest services for Android, and if it continues to enjoy its full health, it is mainly because (rather than its slightly outdated design) that it allows. It will be interesting for users and advanced users.

So it has functions like disk map with tree diagram, FTP/SMB, SSH, integrates with cloud, allows adding subtitles for videos, among others. Despite this aspect, ‘Bookmarks’ are useful for opening folders and files without having to manually navigate through endless paths.

File Manager (AnExplorer)

DWorkS File Manager is another great candidate to install on your TV and “smart library” among its assets photo, video, APK, document, etc. It also has a Bookmark function for quick access while browsing, two functions that speed up usage.

Other interesting functions are that it can be used with an FTP server to quickly transfer files from Android TV to computer, and it supports major cloud services. If you connect a USB to your TV, you can play multimedia files from within the application. Finally it fits highlight its clear and simple interface, one of the most careful things we’ve tried.

Solid Traveler

If you are looking for a file explorer for Android TV that is visually well optimized for this device, Solid Explorer is what you are looking for. aesthetically attentive and also agile and intuitive to operate.

It offers a two-panel interface, file preview, cloud viewing, and most interestingly, SMB connectivity over the local network. Features such as FTP, SFTP, WebDav, SMB/CIFS clients support, extraction of ZIP, 7ZIP, RAR and TAR files, and access to storage from commercial cloud solutions are not lacking.

FX File Explorer

FX File Explorer is a file explorer for Android TV that is known for its emphasis on security, even if you’re using the free version. No ads or tracking cookies in the app.

With a very modern design and support for dark and light themes, it offers smart file classification to apps, videos, music; It also has split view interface so you will be able to perform several tasks at the same time. LFree version has no network tools Like SMB, FTP or cloud integration.

television explorer

This file manager is exclusive to Android TV as it has no version for mobile devices and has the advantage of being fully adaptable to this type of display. Yes definitely, the tasks it lets you do are pretty simple, but it’s ideal if you’re looking for something simple: change app names, extract compressed files, access storage from cloud services like Google Drive or Dropbox. If you’re looking for a basic manager, it’s a very interesting candidate.

CX File Manager

With its simple interface, CX File Explorer stands out for its efficiency when it comes to managing and organizing files on your television. Thus, it allows you to copy, move, rename, delete and share files without much complexity. You can also manage files stored in external storage and cloud. One rather attractive point is that it analyzes your Android TV’s storage to help you delete apps that are not very useful.

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