If you use a Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet, you probably have the My Files app already. It’s the built-in file manager that helps you find, move, compress, share, and delete files on your device, SD card, USB drive, and even some cloud services. It looks and works a lot like a small version of the file explorer on a PC, but made for touch.
What is My Files and why you should care
My Files is Samsung’s official file manager for Galaxy devices. It organizes everything — pictures, videos, documents, downloads, and installation files (APKs) — into easy categories so you don’t have to search folders manually. Because it’s a Samsung app, it integrates smoothly with device features like SD cards, USB drives (via OTG), and One UI’s storage tools. If you want to manage storage or move files between internal and external storage, this app is the fastest option on a Galaxy device. (Google Play)
Key features (what it can do)
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Category view: My Files shows files grouped into Images, Videos, Audio, Documents, Downloads, and APKs. This makes finding common file types quick. (Google Play)
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Storage analysis: A built-in tool shows what is taking up space and suggests files you might remove to free up storage. This is helpful when your phone warns you about low space. (Google Play)
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File operations: Create folders, move, copy, rename, delete, and view file details. Long-press to select multiple items for batch moves or deletes. (Samsung au)
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Compress and decompress: You can make ZIP files or open compressed folders without needing a third-party app. That’s great for sending many files at once. (Samsung au)
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Cloud and external storage: My Files can show files stored in connected cloud accounts or on external media (SD/USB), so you can manage everything from one place. (APKMirror)
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Recycle bin and file recovery: On many devices, deleted files go to a Recycle bin first, so accidental deletes are reversible. Check settings to enable this feature. (Lifewire)
How to use My Files — simple steps
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Find the app: Swipe up the apps screen and look for the Samsung folder or search for My Files. If it’s missing, you can reinstall from the Play Store (it’s typically preinstalled). (Samsung au)
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Open Downloads quickly: Tap the Downloads category to see recent files downloaded from the web or apps. This is faster than hunting through folders. (Lifewire)
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Move a photo to SD card: Long-press the photo → Move → choose the SD card storage → paste into a folder.
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Free up space: Use Storage analysis on the main screen to find large or duplicate files and remove them. (Google Play)
Tips and tricks
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Use List view when file names are long — this avoids ellipses and makes it easier to read full names. (Google Play)
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Compress folders before sharing to save data and keep files together. Samsung’s guide shows step-by-step how to create ZIPs inside the app. (Samsung au)
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Enable Recycle bin so you can recover files if you make a mistake. Check the app settings. (Lifewire)
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Connect a USB drive using an OTG adapter to move big files off your phone quickly. My Files will detect external storage automatically. (APKMirror)
What’s new and how often it updates
Samsung updates My Files periodically with performance tweaks, UI improvements, and new options like better storage analysis. The app’s version numbers and APK downloads are tracked on sites like APKMirror and APKPure. Update frequency depends on Samsung’s rollout schedule and One UI updates for your device. If you rely on the newest features (like improved compress options or cloud links), check the Play Store or Samsung’s support pages for release notes. (APKMirror)
Where to download and app size
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The safest source is the Google Play Store for your device: search Samsung My Files (com.sec.android.app.myfiles). For devices that didn’t ship with it, Play Store offers the official listing. (Google Play)
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APK sites (APKMirror, APKPure) host Samsung’s APKs for advanced users who want specific versions. These sites list version numbers and file sizes; recent APKs have been around 25–30 MB, though size can change with updates. If you use APKs, only download from trusted repositories and verify signatures. (APKMirror)
Pros and cons — quick summary
Pros
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Built into Galaxy phones and well integrated with One UI. (Samsung au)
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Handles common file tasks (move, compress, decompress) without extra apps. (Samsung au)
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Good storage analysis tools to free space. (Google Play)
Cons
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Feature set is basic compared with some advanced third-party file managers (no built-in FTP server, advanced batch renaming, or root access tools).
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Some users report UI differences across devices (tablet vs phone) and small inconsistencies after major Android updates.
Who should use My Files?
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Everyday Samsung users who want a simple, reliable file manager.
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People who need quick access to downloads, pictures, or to move files to SD/USB.
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Users who prefer not to install extra apps and want something that works well with Samsung’s cloud and One UI features. (Samsung au)
Final thoughts
Samsung My Files is not the most powerful file manager on Android, but it’s the most convenient for Galaxy owners. It covers the everyday needs: organizing, cleaning up storage, compressing files, and moving data between storages. For most users, it removes the need to install third-party file apps. If you’re comfortable with its simple interface and want safe integration with Samsung services, My Files will likely serve you well. For power users who need extra protocols or deep customization, consider a dedicated third-party file manager — but keep My Files for quick tasks and device integration.