Solid Explorer File Manager

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Solid Explorer

🔹 What is Solid Explorer?

Solid Explorer is a modern file manager for Android, inspired by traditional file commander apps. It offers a powerful dual-pane interface for managing files, with advanced features like encryption, cloud storage support, NAS access, and app/file backups.

🔹 What are the main features of Solid Explorer?

• Dual-pane layout for easier file management

• File encryption with password or fingerprint protection

• Cloud storage and NAS (network storage) support

• App and file backups

• Archive file support: ZIP, RAR, 7ZIP, TAR

• Batch rename, internal media viewers, and root access (if rooted)

• FTP server to access phone files from PC

• Customizable themes and icon sets

🔹 Can I manage files stored in the cloud?

Yes! Solid Explorer supports a wide range of cloud services, including:
☁️ Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, MEGA, Yandex, SugarSync, MediaFire, and OwnCloud (some require a paid add-on).

You can manage multiple cloud accounts in one place and transfer files between them using the drag-and-drop feature in dual-pane view.

🔹 Does Solid Explorer support NAS and network storage?

Yes, it supports NAS devices and connects via all major network protocols:
🔌 FTP, SFTP, SMB (Samba), and WebDav.
This allows you to browse, transfer, and organize files stored on your home server or network drives.

🔹 How does file encryption work in Solid Explorer?

You can encrypt files using AES encryption, securing them inside a protected folder.

• Files remain encrypted even after uninstalling the app

• Access to encrypted folders requires a password or fingerprint

• Encrypted files are unreadable by other apps

🔹 Can I analyze storage and find large files?

Yes, although there is no standalone storage analyzer, you can:

• View folder properties to see how much space each folder takes

• Check a list of largest files in any directory

• Use search filters to find large files by size

🔹 Is there a way to organize my files automatically?

Yes. Solid Explorer automatically organizes files into categorized collections, such as:

• Downloads

• Photos

• Videos

• Music

• Documents

• Apps

• Recent files

This helps you find what you need more quickly.

🔹 Does Solid Explorer support file viewing and editing?

Yes. Built-in tools include:

• Image viewer

• Music player

• Text editor

These work even for remote files on cloud or NAS storage.

🔹 Can I use Solid Explorer on a Chromebook?

Yes! Solid Explorer supports Chromebooks, including mouse and keyboard input, for a full desktop-like file management experience.

🔹 Is Solid Explorer free?

Solid Explorer offers a free trial, after which you can purchase a one-time license. Some features like MEGA cloud storage require a paid add-on.

🔹 How can I access my phone’s files from a PC?

You can use the built-in FTP server to access your Android device's storage from a computer connected to the same network.

🔹 Where can I get help or provide feedback?

• 💬 Community Support: Reddit - r/NeatBytes

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