Using Your Android’s File Manager
Open your Android’s app drawer. It’s the icon with a square made of several smaller squares or dots. You’ll usually find it at the bottom of the home screen. If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy 8, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the app drawer.
Tap File Manager. The name of this app may vary, so if you don’t see File Manager, look for My Files, File Browser, or File Explorer. This displays a list of files and folders on your Android. If you don’t have a file manager, see this wikiHow to learn how to get one. If you have a Downloads app in the app drawer, you may be able to use it to browse files. Tap it, then tap ☰ to view additional folders.
Tap a folder to view its contents. If you have an SD card, you may be able to browse it by tapping its name. Otherwise, tap Internal Storage (or Internal Memory) to browse for files.
Tap any file to view it. The selected file will open in its default app. For example, tapping a photo will open it in your gallery or photo manager app. Certain file types, such as documents and spreadsheets, may require you to download an app for viewing.
Using the Storage App
Open your Android’s Settings. It’s the Android 7 Settings that’s typically found in the app drawer or on the home screen. You may also find it on the notifications bar.
Scroll down and tap Storage. This opens a list of storage locations on your Android, such as your SD card (if you have one) and internal storage.
Scroll down and tap Explore. If you don’t see this option, you may have to select your internal or removable storage first. A confirmation message will appear.
Tap Explore to confirm. You now have access to the files and folders on your Android. This option is sometimes called Misc.
Tap any file to view it. The selected file will open in its default app. For example, tapping a photo will open it in your gallery or photo manager app. Certain file types, such as documents and spreadsheets, may require you to download an app for viewing.
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