The process of browsing and managing files on Apple devices like iPhone and iPad is much more challenging compared to Google Android users. However, with the release of iOS 11, the Files app has been introduced, which serves as a central place to access all files on the device, in iCloud, and on third-party storage services like Dropbox. This feature allows users to easily find, organize, open, and delete files as needed, making the iPad a likely candidate to become a mobile computer.
The Files app on iPad has a main interface divided into two parts: a left column showing file locations, favorites, and tags, and a right area listing files and folders by name, date, size, and tags. Tapping on a file opens it, while long-pressing on a file or folder brings up a popover with options like copy, rename, move, delete, share, and tags. The app's drag and drop feature, exclusive to iOS 11, allows for easy management of multiple files.
If you're using iOS 11, the new Files app is useful, but if you're on an earlier version or hesitant to upgrade due to data loss concerns, you'll need an alternative to browse files on your iPad. Qiling MobiMover, a free iOS data management software, allows you to browse and manage over 10 file types on your iPhone or iPad, enabling you to sync, backup, transfer, add, download, and delete files on your device. If you need help with backing up your iPad without iTunes or adding contents to your iPad with MobiMover, you can check online guides for assistance.
Step 1.Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer using a USB cable, then open Qiling MobiMover, select "Content Management" and choose the desired category to browse.
Step 2.After choosing a category, you can view all existing items on your iPhone/iPad from your computer. From there, you can transfer files from PC to your device, back up iPhone data to computer, sync content between iOS devices, or remove files from your device.
Step 3.To delete unwanted files, select the items and click "Delete", then confirm your deletion by tapping "Yes".
Qiling MobiMover is a good alternative to Files app to browse files on iPad, allowing Apple users to manage files in a free and easy way. It also provides a convenient option for transferring files from a PC to an iPad using a USB connection.