X-plore File Manager: How to Install and Use on Firestick

Do you need a trustworthy File Manager for your Firestick, Fire Cube, Fire TV or Android device? If so, consider X-plore as an exceptional option. This File Manager provides many features, including creating folders, transferring files over Wi-Fi, moving files, accessing Cloud storage, and much more.

If you want to learn how to install and use X-plore, we’ve got you covered with a comprehensive guide. Follow the instructions, and you’ll be up and running in no time.

The Amazon Firestick, a top contender in the streaming device market, is particularly popular for its affordability and the ease with which it can be jailbroken. With just a few straightforward adjustments, you can unlock its full potential, making it an attractive option for those looking to break free from traditional cable TV.

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What is X-plore?

X-plore File Manager is an Android app that enables you to manage files and folders on your Firestick, Fire Cube, Fire TV, Android phones, and tablets. This tool can copy, move, and paste any file, regardless of its format, including compressed files (ZIP, 7Zip, RAR) and APK files.

Additionally, the app allows you to share files via Wi-Fi, work with cloud folders, access FPT or FTPS servers, and manage shared folders on a local network. You can accomplish these tasks directly from the app’s user-friendly interface.

The X-plore interface
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How to Install X-plore on your Firestick, Fire Cube or Fire TV

You can easily find and install X-plore from the Amazon App Store.

  1. From the Fire TV Home screen, tap over the Search icon.
  2. Then tap down and click on the search bar.
Search the Amazon App Store
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  1. Use the on-screen keyboard to type Xplore.
  2. Then select Xplore File Manager below.
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  1. Select the X-plore app, then on the next screen, click the button to download and install the app.
Find X-plore File Manager in the Amazon App Store and install it
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How to Use X-Plore

Watch the video tutorial to learn how to use X-plore. Alternatively, refer to the written guide with screenshots below.

To use X-plore, please make sure that you give access to your device’s photos, media, and files when prompted when opening the app.

If you fail to do so, you cannot view and manage your files using X-plore.

Select Allow when prompted to grant access.

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When using X-Plore, you can view and manage two folders simultaneously using the dual pane explorer. This makes copying or moving files between folders easy.

If you have a Firestick with an external storage drive attached, you can view both your internal and external storage at the same time.

The X-plore interface
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Create a Folder

Creating a new folder on your device or external storage is easy. Just follow these steps:

  1. In the left pane, tap on the location where you want to create the folder. For instance, I want to create a folder called “Recordings” on my external USB storage drive.
  2. Once you’ve selected the location, tap across to the centre console and click the New Folder button.
Create a folder using X-plore
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  1. Enter a name for your new folder and click Next.
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If you create a new folder on an external USB drive, you will be prompted to grant X-plore access to the data on the drive. 

If you fail to do so, you cannot view and manage your files on your external USB drive using X-plore.

Select Allow when prompted to grant access.

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Your newly created folder is now visible and accessible.

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Delete a Folder or File

Deleting a file or folder from your device or external storage is a simple process. Just follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the folder or file you wish to delete on your device. Tap on it so that it becomes highlighted in a different colour.
Select the file or folder you want to delete using X-plore
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  1. Hold down the Select button on your remote to access the menu and choose Delete.
  2. Click the OK button to confirm once you are prompted. The file or folder will be deleted.
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Move or Copy a Folder or File

You can use X-plore to move or copy files or folders to another location, such as an external USB drive.

  1. In the left pane, navigate to the file you wish to move or copy. Tap on it so that it becomes highlighted in a different colour.
  2. In the right pane, navigate to the location you wish to move or copy the file to. Tap on it so that it becomes highlighted in a different colour.
Use X-plore to move or copy files
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  1. Tap back across to highlight the file you wish to move or copy.
  2. Hold down the Select button on your remote to access the menu and choose Copy.
Copy files with X-plore
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  1. Review the details on the screen. Confirm the file name you wish to copy is correct, and confirm the location you want to copy the file to is correct.
    • If not, go back and highlight the correct files.
    • If you want to move the file instead of copying it, select the Move mode check box. This will delete the file from its original location and move it.
  2. If everything is correct, select OK.

The file will be copied or moved.

Confirm your copy action within X-plore File Manager
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Wrapping Up

If you’re looking for a hassle-free way to manage files and folders on your device and external USB storage, X-plore is the solution you need. Besides deleting files or moving them, X-plore can do so much more, such as accessing Cloud storage and FTP servers.

With X-plore, you can effortlessly explore a vast range of features, making your file management experience more convenient and efficient.

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