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Browsing Files on Mobile

Navigate and manage your OfficeDocs files using the mobile app’s file browser. It gives you quick access to your folders, recent files, shared items, and common file actions while you’re on the go.

File Browser Overview

After connecting your account, your files and folders appear in a layout that is similar to the web version, making it easy to browse and manage your content from your phone or tablet.

Navigation

Opening Folders

  • Tap a folder to open it
  • Tap the back arrow to go up one level
  • Use breadcrumbs, if shown, to jump back to parent folders

Main Sections

  • My Documents — Your personal files
  • Shared with Me — Files and folders shared by other users
  • Favorites — Starred files for quick access
  • Trash — Deleted files

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File List View

Each file entry typically shows:

  • A file icon that indicates the file type
  • The file name

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Searching Files

  1. Tap the search icon.
  2. Type your search term.
  3. Results appear as you type.
  4. Tap a result to open it.

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Sorting

  • Tap the Filters option

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  • Sort by type and author

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File Actions

Long-press a file to open the available file actions. 

  • Select — Choose the file so you can include it in multi-file actions.
  • Preview — Open the file in view mode to quickly check its contents without starting full editing.
  • Edit — Open the file in editing mode so you can make changes.
  • Ask AI — Use the built-in AI tool to help with the file’s content, such as rewriting, summarizing, or generating text.
  • Rename — Change the file name while keeping the same content and file type.
  • Mark as Favorite — Add the file to your favorites for quicker access later.
  • Download — Save a copy of the file to your mobile device for offline access or sharing outside the app.
  • Export — Create a copy of the file in another format, depending on the available export options.
  • Copy — Make a duplicate of the file so you can keep the original unchanged.

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Selecting Multiple Files

  1. Long-press a file then click Select.

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  2. Tap additional files to select them.

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  3. Use the Select button in the top-left for bulk actions.

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  4. Tap the action you want to perform or Cancel to exit selection mode.

Refreshing

To update the file list:

  • Pull down to refresh

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Creating Folders

  1. Navigate to the location where you want the folder. (Cloud or in OnlyOffice)
  2. Tap the create or add button.

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  3. Select New Folder.

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  4. Enter the folder name.

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  5. Tap Create.

Uploading Files

  1. Tap the add or upload button.
  2. Select the import options.

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  3. Choose files from your device storage or photos.

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  4. Press the files to import.
  5. The files are added to the current folder.

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Tips

  • Add important files to Favorites for faster access
  • Download key files if you need offline access
  • Keep folders organized to make mobile navigation easier
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