Published by Kenny Huang on Jul 25, 2024

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About URL Opener

1. For example, when you click on a URL file in Google Drive or any file explorer, choose "URL opener", then you will automatically be redirected to that website. - From Google drive, choose open with, you will be redirect to the site mentioned in the URL file. - With the build-in button in the app, you can choose the file in any path with a website in it. - Use 3rd party file explorer, choose open with URLopen (choose text/document type if requested). - This APP needs storage permission to be able to be fully functional. - For older Android version which does not have build-in file manager, it is recommended to install one to be fully functional for the open button in the app. - Currently cannot open Google Doc file, you need to create a . txt or . url file. - If you have any questions on how to use this app or your device cannot work well, please email to me and it would be better to attach the file that you are trying to open with "URL opener".

2. This APP can help you to open a file which contains a site in it, and automatically open it in a browser.

3. No need to open, edit, copy and paste to the browser, save lots of your time!!

4. I am willing to help, thank you.

URL Opener Customer Insights

1. This is an app to open files with the filename extension ".url". ".url" files are encountered in windows when you create shortcut to a web address from windows explorer ( like ".lnk" files are created when you create shortcut to folders or files) When you sync windows files with Android (using syncthing etc.) you need a way to open it in Android -> this is the app for that.I have a Huwei P9 Lite with Android 7.0 / EMUI 5.0.3. With default file manager (Files 7.2.3.326_Local), all in spanish.

2. I mark 4 stars because with EZ File Explorer work prefectly ;)It allows to open URL files from Google Drive in Google Chrome just by clicking on them without needing to give any permissions to the app.

3. Tap a .url file (generated in Windows by dragging from the URL bar in Firefox to Windows Explorer), and it opens in my default web browser (Firefox Nightly.) I am sure there is scope for this to not work depending on Android version and what have you but it works great for me.Works. But in miui10, doesn't work if the default browser is not selected.

4. Thanks!I am short week being able to go more places enjoyed the experience so much moreThis is the crappiest scam I've EVER downloaded it said to open a URL but for some reason needs photo,calling,and mic permissions.... Why? ITS NOT A URL VIEWER ITS A FILE VIEWER! IT TAKES FILES THAT YOU ALREADY HAVE IN YOUR GALLERY AND LETS YOU SEE THEM! DO.

5. This app allows you to open the link on google drive Android with one click, just like on a PC.Exactly what I needed! I have URLs saved in Google Drive and Box and neither apps allowed me to open the links on my android phone.

6. With this, always aks for a type of file (document, video, music etc.) works selecting document, but not remember the option selected, even marking "open always" opition.

7. One suggestion though: I would like to be able to open url files straight from my file explorer.

8. Moreover, if it's a YouTube link it will be opened in the YT app!Now I can open Google Maps links in .url files.

9. I tried to set the app as a default to open these files, but there is no option for that in the settings.

10. Other than this, the app is perfect.Works great for me with File Manager + on a Oneplus 8T with stock launcher.

11. The browser pick dialogue doesn't open browser.

Steps to Troubleshoot & Fix URL Opener Issues

1. Fix URL Opener Not Working/Crashes/Errors/Unresponsive & Black/White screen:


  1. Restart URL Opener: Restarting the app will resolve most errors.
  2. Update the URL Opener App. Here is how:
    1. On Android goto PlayStore » Search for "URL Opener" » Open URL Opener » click "Update".
    2. On iPhone, goto AppStore » Your profile » Available Updates » Check for URL Opener » click "UPDATE".
  3. Clear URL Opener app cache: Clearing cached data will force your app to retrieve the latest data directly from URL Opener servers.
    1. On Android, goto Settings » Apps » Select "URL Opener" » click Storage » click "Clear Cache".
  4. Check URL Opener app permissions. If any of these permissions required to use your device's features are disenabled, URL Opener might not work.
  5. Uninstall and reinstall URL Opener. If nothing else has worked, completely uninstall URL Opener then reinstall.
  6. Restart your device. Last, restarting your device can often clear most problems causing URL Opener not working


2. Fix URL Opener Server issues & Internet Connection


  1. Check network connection: An unstable Internet will make URL Opener be unable to connect to it's servers. Ensure your wi-fi is working then restart app.
  2. Disable VPN: VPN can cause connection errors and lead to URL Opener not working. Make sure all VPNs are off
  3. Enable background data: When Background data is turned off, URL Opener may not be able to connect to the Internet when running in the background.

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