File Manager for Meta Quest VR
AnExplorer brings full-featured file management to standalone Android XR headsets. Sideload games and apps, manage USB storage, browse cloud files, and transfer content wirelessly from your phone — all without removing your headset.
AnExplorer runs on all Android-based VR headsets including Meta Quest 3, PICO 4, HTC Vive XR Elite, and Samsung Galaxy XR.
Feature Overview for Meta Quest VR
| Feature | Available | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local File Manager | ✅ | Headset internal storage |
| APK Sideloader | ✅ | Install apps not in Store |
| USB OTG | ✅ | USB-C drives and hubs |
| WiFi Transfer | ✅ | Phone → headset wirelessly |
| SMB / NAS | ✅ | Access home server |
| FTP Client | ✅ | Any FTP server |
| Dropbox | ✅ | Full read/write |
| OneDrive | ✅ | Full read/write |
| Archive Manager | ✅ | ZIP, RAR, 7z |
| Image / Media Viewer | ✅ | 2D and 360° content |
| Root Browser | ⚠️ | Custom ROMs only |
| Google Drive | ✅ | Coming soon |
Supported VR Headsets
AnExplorer works on all standalone Android XR platforms:
- Meta Quest 3 — Quest 3, Quest 3S, Quest 2, Quest Pro
- PICO 4 — PICO 4, PICO 4 Ultra, PICO 4 Enterprise
- HTC Vive XR — Vive XR Elite, Vive Focus 3
- Samsung Galaxy XR — Galaxy XR (Android XR)
All headsets must have developer mode enabled to install AnExplorer via sideloading.
Sideload Apps on Your VR Headset
The most popular use case for AnExplorer on VR headsets is APK sideloading:
- Transfer the APK file to your headset via WiFi Transfer or USB
- Open AnExplorer and navigate to the APK file
- Tap the APK — AnExplorer's APK Installer handles the rest
- The app appears in your Unknown Sources library
This works for game mods, region-locked apps, beta builds, and content not available in the Meta Store.
Transfer Files from Phone to Headset
Send photos, videos, APKs, and game mods wirelessly:
- Open AnExplorer on your Android phone and tap WiFi Share
- Select files to transfer
- On your headset, open AnExplorer → Network → WiFi Receive
- Accept — transfer completes at WiFi speed (30–80 MB/s typical)
Full guide: Transfer from Phone to Meta Quest
Manage USB Storage on VR Headsets
All major standalone VR headsets have USB-C ports that support storage:
- Meta Quest 3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 — plug in a USB-C drive and browse immediately with AnExplorer
- PICO 4: USB-C OTG — connect a hub with USB-A drives
- HTC Vive XR Elite: USB-C with OTG adapter
- Samsung Galaxy XR: USB 3.2 with full OTG support
AnExplorer detects the USB drive automatically and lists it as a separate root in the file tree.
Access Cloud and NAS from Your Headset
Stream media directly to your headset without filling up internal storage:
- Dropbox / OneDrive: browse and download files on demand
- SMB / NAS: connect to a Synology or QNAP NAS on your home network and stream 4K content or game mods directly
See: SMB File Manager | Network Storage
How to Install AnExplorer on Meta Quest VR
AnExplorer is not available in the Meta Store by default. Install via sideloading:
Using ADB (PC required):
- Enable developer mode on your headset
- Connect via USB and run:
adb install AnExplorer.apk - Find AnExplorer under Unknown Sources in your app library
Via WiFi ADB or SideQuest:
- Enable wireless ADB in developer settings
- Use SideQuest to install the APK wirelessly
Download the APK from anexplorer.io/download.