Does AnExplorer use the full inner display on Galaxy Z Fold?

Yes. When unfolded, AnExplorer activates its tablet-style split-pane layout on the 7.6-inch inner display — folder tree on the left, file contents on the right, with drag-and-drop between panels.

Does AnExplorer work on the cover screen?

Yes. On the 6.2-inch cover display, AnExplorer uses a compact single-pane layout optimized for quick file operations without unfolding.

Does AnExplorer work in Samsung DeX mode?

Yes. In DeX mode (connected to a monitor), AnExplorer runs in a resizable desktop window with full mouse and keyboard support, right-click context menus, and multi-window operation.

Can I run AnExplorer in both sides of Multi-Window?

Yes. On Galaxy Z Fold, you can run two instances of AnExplorer in split-screen — useful for copying files between two different storage locations (e.g., NAS on one side, local on the other).

Does AnExplorer support Flex Mode on Z Fold?

Yes. When partially folded (Flex Mode), AnExplorer adjusts its layout to the visible area. Useful for hands-free file browsing with the phone propped up.

Can I access my NAS from Galaxy Z Fold?

Yes. AnExplorer connects via SMB, FTP, SFTP, and WebDAV. Samsung's My Files has basic SMB but lacks FTP/SFTP/WebDAV and multi-cloud management.

File Manager for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold — Split-Pane on the Big Screen

Galaxy Z Fold — The Best Hardware for File Management

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold is arguably the best Android device for file management. The 7.6-inch inner display provides tablet-class screen real estate in a phone form factor. When unfolded, AnExplorer's split-pane layout gives you a desktop-like experience: folder tree on the left, file contents on the right, drag-and-drop between panels.

No other phone offers this combination of portability (folds to a normal phone size) and productivity (unfolds to a tablet for serious file work). Add Samsung DeX mode for a full desktop experience on an external monitor, and Galaxy Z Fold becomes a complete file management workstation.

Why AnExplorer Over Samsung My Files on Z Fold

Samsung's My Files is more capable than most OEM file managers — it has basic SMB support and integrates with Samsung Cloud. But it still has gaps that matter on a productivity-focused device like Z Fold:

Feature	Samsung My Files	AnExplorer
Local file browsing	✅	✅
Split-pane (inner display)	✅ (basic)	✅ (advanced, drag-drop)
Samsung Cloud	✅	❌ (use Samsung's app)
SMB (NAS)	✅ (basic)	✅ (robust, better auth)
FTP/SFTP	❌	✅ Free
WebDAV	❌	✅ Free
Google Drive (full)	Limited	✅ Full management
Dropbox, OneDrive, MEGA, Box	❌	✅ Native
Create ZIP/7z archives	❌ (ZIP only)	✅ (ZIP + 7z)
Open RAR/7z/TAR/ISO	Limited	✅ Full
Wireless PC transfer	❌ (Quick Share = Android only)	✅ Device Connect
DeX mode optimization	✅	✅ (resizable window)
Multi-window (two instances)	❌	✅

Three Display Modes

Inner display (7.6" unfolded) — Desktop-class file management

When you unfold your Z Fold, AnExplorer automatically switches to split-pane layout:

Left panel: folder tree with all storage locations (internal, SD, NAS, cloud)
Right panel: file contents with thumbnails, list or grid view
Drag and drop: move files between panels by dragging
Multi-select: long-press to select multiple files across the view

This is the primary mode for serious file work — copying between NAS and local, managing cloud storage, organizing large photo libraries.

Cover display (6.2" folded) — Quick operations

On the cover screen, AnExplorer uses a compact single-pane layout:

Quick file checks without unfolding
Start Device Connect for wireless transfer
Browse recent files or downloads
Share a file via cloud or messaging

Perfect for quick operations when you don't need the full tablet experience.

DeX mode (external monitor) — Full desktop

Connect Z Fold to a monitor via USB-C or wireless DeX:

AnExplorer runs in a resizable desktop window
Full mouse support with right-click context menus
Keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+A, etc.)
Run alongside other desktop windows
Multiple AnExplorer windows possible

This turns your Z Fold into a complete desktop file management workstation — access NAS, manage cloud, transfer files, all with mouse and keyboard precision.

Multi-Window File Operations

Galaxy Z Fold's Multi-Window is uniquely powerful for file management:

Two AnExplorer instances side by side:

Open AnExplorer → navigate to source location (e.g., NAS)
Open a second AnExplorer instance in split-screen → navigate to destination (e.g., local storage)
Select files in one instance → share/copy to the other

AnExplorer + another app:

AnExplorer + Gallery: browse files while viewing photos
AnExplorer + Browser: download files and organize them simultaneously
AnExplorer + Email: attach files from NAS or cloud without downloading first

Network Storage

Samsung My Files has basic SMB, but AnExplorer adds FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and more reliable SMB authentication:

SMB — NAS and Windows shares:

AnExplorer → Network → SMB → tap +
Enter NAS IP, username, password
Browse on the large inner display — split-pane makes NAS browsing comfortable

FTP/SFTP — remote servers:

Network → FTP or SFTP → tap +
Full file management on remote systems

WebDAV — Nextcloud/ownCloud:

Network → WebDAV → tap +
Access self-hosted cloud directly

Cloud Storage — 7 Services

AnExplorer connects to all major cloud services:

Google Drive — full management (My Files only shows Drive in search)
Dropbox — personal and team folders
OneDrive — Microsoft personal and business
MEGA — 20 GB free, encrypted
Box — enterprise storage
pCloud — European privacy-focused
Yandex Disk — CIS regions

The inner display's split-pane layout makes cloud management productive — browse folder hierarchies and manage files across services without the cramped phone experience.

Wireless Transfer via Device Connect

Quick Share only works between Samsung/Android devices. Device Connect works with any browser:

AnExplorer → ☰ → Device Connect → Start
On any computer: open browser → type the displayed address
Browse Z Fold files, download, upload from PC

Z Fold 6 with WiFi 6E delivers 60-80 MB/s transfer speeds. The large inner display makes managing the transfer comfortable while it runs.

Tip: Start Device Connect, then fold the phone. The transfer continues running on the cover display — you can monitor progress without keeping the phone unfolded. Or prop the phone up in Flex Mode and use your PC to browse files hands-free.