Files

Files

by Apple

7.6K ratings
2551 reviews
Free

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Released
May 18, 2017
Updated
October 19, 2026
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Manage files from your device, cloud storage, or external drives in one place. Organize with tags, search, and access recent documents easily. Share files and connect to network drives.

✓Access files from device, cloud, and external drives
✓Recents view with high-resolution thumbnails
✓Organize files with tags
✓Search and navigate folders
✓Connect to cloud services (Dropbox, OneDrive, etc.)
✓Connect to file servers (SMB)
✓Pin favorite folders
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What's New in Files

2.8

October 19, 2026

Bug Fixes and Feature Enhancements

User reviews

One of them is lying🫶

So I’m trying to post a song on SoundCloud, and I go to record the song, save it to files and upload it. It’s in the files, but when I go onto SoundCloud it isn’t there. Idk, maybe I gotta complain to SoundCloud about that.

Freezes and crashes

This started happening with the latest version of iOS. The apps keeps freezing and crashing. Practically unusable.

Utilities: Files

Great app that has endured the test of time and become better with each update over time. Really easy to learn, use and get use out of. Just what you expect in a good File Explorer.

PDF Filling Problems

Files works for browsing iCloud files, but the iOS 26 update has introduced so many challenges, bugs, inconsistencies and unnecessary additional steps to accomplish tasks, that it doesn’t seem like an Apple app. PDF form filling, in particular, is an unintuitive, cumbersome chore, often losing entered data to crashes, or inexplicably duplicating all filled fields the second time a file is opened, and many inconsistencies when filling the same PDF between iOS and macOS. It works much much better than the new Preview app, but neither of them seem to have undergone proper quality control checks for usability…much like the rest of the Liquid Glass revamp😢😬
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Awful

Doesn’t edit properly. Waste of time. Awful!

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Files app not showing any files after iOS 15 update

Bug

Inability to delete downloaded files

Bug

Keyboard glitches when editing documents

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when transferring files to external storage

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add ability to view file extensions

Feature

Improve search functionality

Feature

Allow more customization of the interface

Feature

Integrate better with other Apple apps and services

Feature

Add support for more cloud storage providers

Feature

FAQ

What does the Files app do?

The Files app allows you to access and organize all your files from various locations. This includes files stored directly on your device, in cloud storage services like iCloud Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive, as well as on external drives and file servers.

How can I organize my files with this app?

You can organize your files using tags, which allows you to group related documents regardless of where they are stored. The app also features a powerful Browse view where you can navigate folders, move files between them, and pin your favorite folders for quick access.

Is the Files app free to use?

Yes, the Files app is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free experience for users.

What devices is the Files app compatible with?

While the description doesn't explicitly list compatible devices, it mentions features like connecting external drives and SD cards, and accessing iCloud Drive, which are common functionalities on iOS devices. It's designed to work with Apple's ecosystem.

Can I access files on my computer from the app?

Yes, the app allows you to connect to a file server at work or a home PC using SMB. This enables you to access files stored on your computer directly from the Files app on your device.