The Best File Manager for LG Smart TV
AnExplorer is the most capable file manager available for LG Smart TVs running Android TV. With a TV-optimised interface designed for D-pad navigation, AnExplorer brings full file management to your LG OLED, NanoCell, and QNED television.
Note: AnExplorer supports LG TVs running Android TV (Google TV). LG's webOS platform is not supported. Most LG TVs from 2020 onwards run Google TV or Android TV.
Why AnExplorer on LG Smart TV?
LG Smart TVs built on Android TV / Google TV run a full Android stack, giving AnExplorer access to all its features:
- WiFi Transfer — Send files from your phone to the LG TV wirelessly without cables
- USB Storage — Connect a USB drive and browse files directly with the remote
- Cloud Storage — Access Dropbox, OneDrive, and Box on your television
- Network Share (SMB/FTP) — Mount a NAS drive or home server and stream media
- Archive Manager — Extract ZIP and RAR files delivered via USB or download
How to Install AnExplorer on LG Android TV
- On your LG TV, press Home and open the Google Play Store
- Search for "AnExplorer" and install it
- Open AnExplorer and start managing your TV's storage
Transfer Files from Phone to LG TV
- Open AnExplorer on your Android phone
- Select files → tap WiFi Share from the share menu
- On your LG TV, open AnExplorer → WiFi Share → Receive
- Select the TV from the Nearby Devices list on your phone and tap Send
Play Media from USB on LG TV
- Insert a USB drive into your LG TV's USB port
- Open AnExplorer on the TV
- Navigate to USB Storage
- Browse and open video, audio, or photo files directly
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AnExplorer work on all LG TVs?
AnExplorer works on LG TVs running Android TV or Google TV. It does not support LG webOS (non-Android) TVs.
Can I stream from a NAS drive to my LG TV?
Yes — use AnExplorer's Network Share (SMB) to connect your LG TV to a home NAS and stream or copy media files.
Is AnExplorer free on LG TV?
AnExplorer has a free tier. Pro unlocks unlimited cloud and network storage access.