FileBrowser UserGuide
If you are having difficulty connecting see one of the linked articles below to see our step by step instructions on how to get connected:
Getting Started
Get FileBrowser connected and ready to use.
Connect to Mac (macOS)
Browse shared Mac folders.
Connect to Windows PC
Access shared folders over SMB.
Connect to NAS Drives
Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS and others.
Connect to Cloud Storage
OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box.
Add Favourite Locations
Save frequently used servers.
Map an App Folder
Create shortcuts to commonly used folders.
USB Drives
Access files on connected USB storage.
Browse & Organise Files
Browse folders, search files and organise your storage more efficiently. Learn about navigation, copying, searching, sorting and sharing files between devices.
Tabs
Work with multiple folders simultaneously.
Breadcrumb Navigation
Quickly move through folder hierarchies.
Bookmarks
Save frequently used folders.
History
Return to recently visited locations.
Favourite
Pin frequently used folders for quick access.
View Modes
Choose list, grid and other layouts.
Sort Options
Sort by name, date, size and more.
File Selection Mode
Select multiple files quickly.
Copy Files
Copy files between storage locations.
Drag and Drop
Move files with drag and drop.
AirDrop Files
Send files to nearby Apple devices.
Share Files
Share files using iOS share options.
eMail Files
Send files as email attachments.
Download from URL
Download files directly into FileBrowser.
Search
Find files instantly.
Advanced Search
Search using multiple criteria.
Save and Load Searches
Reuse common searches.
Regex Searches
Build advanced regular expression searches.
Bulk Rename Files
Rename hundreds of files in seconds using powerful batch renaming tools. Add text, sequential numbers, dates or photo metadata, or replace text across multiple filenames.
Add Text to Filenames
Add prefixes, suffixes or custom text to multiple filenames.
Add Sequential Numbers
Number files automatically using counters or indexes.
Find & Replace
Replace words or characters across multiple filenames.
Rename Using Dates
Rename files using creation or modification dates.
Photos Using EXIF Metadata
Rename photos using camera metadata such as capture date and time.
Documents & PDFs
View, edit and annotate documents directly within FileBrowser. Create and modify PDFs, edit text files and work with EPUB books.
Get Folder Info
View folder information and statistics.
PDF Viewer
Read PDF documents.
ePub Viewer
Read EPUB ebooks.
Text Editor
Edit text files.
Edit in Place
Modify files without creating copies.
Markup PDFs
Highlight and annotate PDF documents.
Markup Images
Draw and annotate images.
Merge PDFs
Combine multiple PDF documents.
Scan to PDF
Scan paper documents into PDFs.
Delete PDF Pages
Remove unwanted pages.
Add Blank PDF Pages
Insert new pages into existing PDFs.
Photos & Images
Manage your photo library with editing, metadata and presentation tools. Organise, convert and protect your images while keeping metadata under your control.
Rotate Images
Correct image orientation.
Convert Images
Convert between image formats.
Contact Sheets
Generate printable contact sheets.
Rate Photos
Add XMP ratings.
Remove GPS Metadata
Protect location privacy.
Edit IPTC Metadata
Update captions, keywords and copyright.
Slideshows
Present image collections.
Chromecast Photos
Display photos on Chromecast.
Airplay Photos
Stream photos via AirPlay.
Music & Video
Play movies and music stored locally, on your network or in cloud storage. Stream media, manage subtitles and cast content to supported devices.
Play Movies
Browse and play video files.
Movie Thumbnails
Change thumbnail images.
Movie Subtitles
Configure subtitle playback.
Movie Languages
Switch audio tracks.
AirPlay Movies
Stream videos using AirPlay.
Chromecast Movies
Cast videos to Chromecast.
Stream to Other Apps
Open videos in external players.
Play Music
Browse and play music libraries.
Play Modes
Repeat and shuffle playback.
Queue Tracks
Build music queues.
Playback Speed
Adjust playback speed.
AirPlay Music
Stream music to AirPlay devices.
Chromecast Music
Cast music to Chromecast.
Alexa
Play music on Alexa devices.
Record Audio
Record audio directly into FileBrowser.
Cloud Storage & Sharing
Connect to cloud storage providers, share folders and access FileBrowser remotely using its built-in WebDAV server.
Share via Dropbox
Share folders using Dropbox.
Share via Google Drive
Share folders using Google Drive.
Share via Box
Share folders using Box.
UNC Path Links
Create Windows-compatible network links.
Files App Integration
Exchange files with Apple's Files app.
Configure WebDAV Server
Enable FileBrowser's built-in WebDAV server.
Connecting from Windows
Connect to FileBrowser's WebDAV server from Windows.
Connecting from macOS
Connect to FileBrowser's WebDAV server from Finder on macOS.
Connecting from Another iPhone or iPad
Access FileBrowser's WebDAV server from another iOS or iPadOS device.
Backup & Automation
Protect your files and automate repetitive tasks. Create backups, synchronise folders and build custom workflows to save time.
Sync Tasks
Keep folders synchronised.
Backup Tasks
Create automated backups.
Backup Camera Roll
Automatically back up photos and videos.
Create Custom Tasks
Build reusable automation workflows.
Monitor a Folder
Watch folders for new files.
Download Recent PDFs
Automatically download recent documents.
Trim PDF Pages
Batch process PDF files.
Bulk IPTC Editing
Update image metadata automatically.
Rotate Images in Bulk
Rotate multiple photos.
Automated Video Backup
Archive video folders.
Delete Old Files
Automatically remove outdated files.
Convert Images in Bulk
Batch convert image formats.
Advanced Features
Explore powerful tools for advanced users, including configuration management, file comparison, Face ID, Siri integration and device migration.
Deleted Files
Recover and manage deleted items.
Compare Files & Folders
Compare files and folders side‑by‑side on your iPhone or iPad.
Siri Reminders
Create reminders using Siri.
Siri Voice Shortcuts
Launch actions with Siri.
QR and BarCode Support
Scan QR codes and barcodes.
Face ID
Secure your connections.
Kiosk Mode
Lock the app into a controlled mode.
Family Sharing
Share purchases with family members.
Configuration Files
Export and import settings.
Transfer to a New Device
Move your setup to another device.
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