Any owner of an Android device knows that the system’s own tools for managing data on an internal drive or removable memory card are rather scarce. Therefore, the majority tries to simplify the work with information or even bring it closer to what is produced in the same Windows-systems, installing various kinds of file managers. One of these is ES Explorer. However, upon closer examination of the program, it turns out that there are so many possibilities in it that at first glance you will not appreciate all this volume.
What kind of application is “ES Explorer” (“Android”) in Russian?
The fact that many users initially install this software product for the sole purpose of using it as a regular file manager is normal. The fact is that the rest of the possibilities appear if you dig deeper into the application.
In fact, the "Explorer ES" is a truly unique program, which is a real combine with a huge number of tools for all occasions. First of all, it is worth noting that the application supports over 30 languages and has a friendly interface with easy navigation.
Main purpose and functions
But what is the uniqueness of this program, and how does it differ from most of its kind? The fact is that many users simply cannot imagine what this application is capable of. In addition to the main purpose of managing files and folders, it is worth noting that it deserves special attention:
- the ability to work in root mode;
- the presence of a built-in browser with a search engine, archiver and player;
- convenient system for analyzing the contents of a memory card;
- gesture management;
- advanced monitoring tools;
- backup
- the possibility of creating an FTP server;
- use of cloud services;
- sending information to social networks;
- access to PC files during communication;
- the ability to manage installed applications.
ES Explorer app: first introduction
So, let's see what the program really can do. "ES Explorer" ("Android") can be downloaded for free anywhere, even in the same Google Play market. The program is installed as usual.
After the first launch of the application, the user enters the main window. Here, all folders are presented in the form of icons, although the view can be changed. Managing folders and files looks simple and even somewhat standard. Moving between windows is done using a conventional swipe.
Gesture management
However, you can use non-standard gesture control, which seems more convenient to many. Here you do not need to tap on the icon and wait until the contents of the folder or context menu are opened, in which you need to go to some operation. It’s enough just to hold the icon, and with the slightest movement to the side at the edges and in the center of the screen, large icons appear corresponding to the most commonly used actions.
Thus, all standard operations or even sending a file over the network is done in one go. In the middle of the screen there is a translucent circle, which allows you to configure the gesture of any level of difficulty in relation to some operation.
Monitoring capabilities
Since the user gets to the main screen at the start of the program, most of what ES Explorer can offer is simply ignored. The user, as a rule, performs the simplest operations and exits the application.
Above are the network and house icons. In fact, they are responsible for navigating tab lists. You can view the list itself by pressing the "Windows" button in the lower right corner of the screen. When choosing a home page, the user sees all the key information on the device, and can also view the contents of the drives. Many will be pleased that the files are sorted by type.
Plus, there are direct links to the "Cloud", news, weather, social networks, downloads, access to the "Basket", etc. In general, getting lost is quite difficult, because everything is at hand.
If, for example, you select a folder of images in documents, you can view them on the screen in group mode in the form of thumbnails. With the built-in player, you can easily play your favorite track.
Personalization
As for personal settings, ES Explorer involves the use of two techniques: you can change each group of elements manually, or you can download a special add-on called ES Themes. There are a lot of possibilities for changing the theme, color, appearance or applied effects.
Network Settings and FTP
Finally, one of the most interesting sections. Of course, you won’t be able to install “ES Explorer” on your computer (it’s just not intended for this), but, just like on a PC, it’s quite easy to link files to cloud storage. They, regardless of the service, will be displayed as separate folders. Access to the settings is carried out in the network section.
In addition, you can immediately organize a home network with the ability to create an FTP server or transfer data through the network to Android TV or via a regular wireless Bluetooth connection. Needless to say, remote access to any mobile device or PC is quite easy to configure. As already clear, there is no need to install "ES Explorer" on a computer. The main thing is that the terminal is simply connected to the network.
Conclusion
As can be seen from all of the above, "Explorer ES" is a very extraordinary program and with an incomprehensibly huge toolkit, moreover, such that other programs can simply be envied. Naturally, the development of some additional functions will take some time, but believe me, it's worth it.