File Manager for Google Pixelbook
The Google Pixelbook and Pixelbook Go run ChromeOS with full Android app support via the Play Store. AnExplorer installs as an Android app and immediately extends what ChromeOS's built-in Files app can do — adding SMB network shares, Dropbox, OneDrive, FTP access, and a full archive manager.
Install AnExplorer on Pixelbook
- Open the Play Store on your Pixelbook
- Search for AnExplorer
- Install — AnExplorer appears in your Android apps section
- Pixel Slate and Pixelbook Go are also fully supported
What AnExplorer Adds vs ChromeOS Files
| Capability | ChromeOS Files | AnExplorer |
|---|---|---|
| Google Drive | ✅ | 🔜 Coming soon |
| Dropbox / OneDrive | ❌ | ✅ |
| SMB Network Shares | ❌ | ✅ |
| FTP Servers | ❌ | ✅ |
| ZIP / RAR / 7z Extract | ZIP only | ✅ Full |
| Linux (Crostini) Files | ✅ | ✅ |
| Bulk rename / move | ❌ | ✅ |
| Split-pane layout | ❌ | ✅ |
Connect to Windows Network Shares on Pixelbook
Access your home NAS, Windows PC, or Synology from Pixelbook via SMB:
- Open AnExplorer → Network → Add Storage → SMB
- Enter the server IP, share name, username, and password
- Browse directly — no mounting or setup scripts needed
WiFi Transfer from Pixelbook to Phone
- Open AnExplorer on Pixelbook and tap WiFi Share
- Select files — an HTTP server starts locally
- On your Android phone, visit the URL in Chrome to download
Full guide: Android to PC Transfer
Key Features on Pixelbook
- Split-pane layout — folder tree left, contents right; keyboard-navigable
- Mouse support — right-click context menu, multi-select with Shift+Click
- Linux files — access
/homeand Crostini container files - Archive manager — open ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR, GZ files built-in
- FTP/SMB client — connect to any home server without extra apps
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AnExplorer work on Pixelbook Go? Yes — Pixelbook Go supports Android apps and AnExplorer runs identically.
Can AnExplorer access the Linux file system on Pixelbook?
Yes. AnExplorer can read and write to the Linux container's $HOME directory, accessible at /storage/emulated/0/Linux files/.
Does AnExplorer work with a keyboard on Pixelbook? Yes. AnExplorer supports Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Delete, Enter, and arrow key navigation on ChromeOS.
Is AnExplorer free on Pixelbook? The core file manager is free. Pro unlocks cloud and network storage. See pricing.