If you own a Samsung Galaxy phone, you can use the preinstalled My Files app to add a PDF shortcut to your home screen. Open your file manager or Files app and locate the PDF file. Tap on the ...

When you first fire up an Android gadget and get past the lock screen, you'll find yourself on the home screen. Depending on who manufactured your gadget, it might be sparse with just a few icons, or ...

Locate the file manager app on your device’s home screen or app drawer. It may be labeled as “Files” (Google Pixel), “My Files” (Samsung Galaxy), or have a generic folder icon.

Unfortunately tapping on it just brings up a description of the app. But here’s how to add it to your home screen and then use the App Manager to add other Android apps to your home screen.