Material Files

An open-source file manager for Android presents files and folders in a Material Design interface.

github.com/zhanghai/MaterialFiles
Material Files homepage screenshot

About Material Files

Material Files is an open source file manager for Android 5.0 and later with a Material Design interface. It browses local files and folders, supports root access, viewing and creating archives, and managing files on FTP, SFTP, SMB and WebDAV servers. It handles Linux filesystem details including symbolic links, file permissions and SELinux context, and includes customizable UI colors with night mode.

Key features

  • Browse files with breadcrumb navigation
  • View and manage files with root access
  • View, extract and create common compressed files
  • Access files on FTP, SFTP, SMB and WebDAV servers
  • Customizable UI colors with night mode including true black
  • Handles symbolic links, file permissions and SELinux context
Best for: Android users who want an open source file manager with root, archive, and network storage support.
Good for
  • Open source codebase
  • Supports FTP, SFTP, SMB and WebDAV servers
  • Recognizes symbolic links, file permissions and SELinux context

Material Files at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Android, Linux
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Material Files FAQ

Which Android versions does Material Files support?
Android 5.0 and later.
Which network protocols can it access?
FTP, SFTP, SMB and WebDAV servers.
Does it support root access?
Yes, it can view and manage files with root access.
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