How to mount Azure File Share to an Android device?

Question

I'm trying to mount an Azure File Share to an Android device, specifically a Samsung Galaxy, but keep getting errors about incorrect details even though they seem correct to me. The native app "My Files" supports SMBv2 / SMBv3. Can anyone provide guidance on how to accomplish this?

Answer 1

@Theodoros Yiorkas Welcome to Microsoft Q&A Forum, Thank you for posting your query here!

Mounting an Azure File Share to an Android device can be a bit tricky as it involves using the SMB protocol, which is not natively supported by all Android file managers. However, there are third-party file manager apps available on the Google Play Store that support SMB and can be used to mount an Azure File Share. Here’s a general guide on how you can do it:

1. Install a file manager app that supports SMB v2 or SMB v3, such as Solid Explorer or File Commander.
2. Open the app and navigate to the section where you can add new connections or network drives.
3. Select to add a new SMB connection and enter the details of your Azure File Share. You will need the share’s URL and access credentials.
4. Connect to the file share. Once the connection is established, you should be able to browse and manage files just like you would with any local folder on your device.
5. Enter the server address for your Azure File Share in the format \\<storage-account-name>.file.core.windows.net\<file-share-name>.
6. Enter your Azure storage account name and storage account key as the username and password, respectively.
7. Select the option to connect to the server.

If you are still encountering errors, double-check that you have entered the correct server address, storage account name, and storage account key. You can also try using a different third-party file manager app to see if that resolves the issue.

It’s important to note that your Android device must be connected to the internet, and the Azure File Share must be configured to allow access from your device.

Option 2: Yes, you can view Azure Files from a smartphone using the Azure mobile app, which is available for both Android and iPhone. Here are the general steps for viewing Azure Files on Android and iPhone:

https://azure.microsoft.com/en-in/products/app-service/mobile

The Azure mobile app supports iOS 11.0 and later and Android 6.0 and later.

For Android:

Download the Azure App:

• Go to the Google Play Store.
• Search for "Microsoft Azure" and download the official Azure app.

Sign In: Open the Azure app and sign in with your Azure account credentials.

Navigate to Storage Accounts: Find and select the "Storage accounts" section within the app.

Select Your Storage Account: Choose the specific Azure Storage Account that contains your Azure Files.

Access Azure Files: Once in the Storage Account, look for the section related to Azure Files. Here, you should be able to view, navigate, and manage your files.

For iPhone:

Download the Azure App: Go to the App Store on your iPhone.

• Go to the App Store on your iPhone.
• Search for "Microsoft Azure" and download the official Azure app.

Sign In: Open the Azure app and sign in with your Azure account credentials.

Navigate to Storage Accounts: Find and select the "Storage accounts" section within the app.

Select Your Storage Account: Choose the specific Azure Storage Account that contains your Azure Files.

1. Access Azure Files: Once in the Storage Account, look for the section related to Azure Files. Here, you should be able to view, navigate, and manage your files.

Regarding your question about viewing the Azure portal from a site other than the web site, I'm not sure I understand what you mean. The Azure portal is a web-based management console, so it can only be accessed through a web browser.

Additional information: https://github.com/Azure/azure-storage-androidYes, you can view Azure Files from a smartphone using the Azure mobile app, which is available for both Android and iPhone. Here are the general steps for viewing Azure Files on Android and iPhone:

https://azure.microsoft.com/en-in/products/app-service/mobile

The Azure mobile app supports iOS 11.0 and later and Android 6.0 and later.

For Android:

Download the Azure App:

• Go to the Google Play Store.
• Search for "Microsoft Azure" and download the official Azure app.

Sign In: Open the Azure app and sign in with your Azure account credentials.

Navigate to Storage Accounts: Find and select the "Storage accounts" section within the app.

Select Your Storage Account: Choose the specific Azure Storage Account that contains your Azure Files.

Access Azure Files: Once in the Storage Account, look for the section related to Azure Files. Here, you should be able to view, navigate, and manage your files.

For iPhone:

Download the Azure App: Go to the App Store on your iPhone.

• Go to the App Store on your iPhone.
• Search for "Microsoft Azure" and download the official Azure app.

Sign In: Open the Azure app and sign in with your Azure account credentials.

Navigate to Storage Accounts: Find and select the "Storage accounts" section within the app.

Select Your Storage Account: Choose the specific Azure Storage Account that contains your Azure Files.

• Access Azure Files: Once in the Storage Account, look for the section related to Azure Files. Here, you should be able to view, navigate, and manage your files.

Regarding your question about viewing the Azure portal from a site other than the web site, I'm not sure I understand what you mean. The Azure portal is a web-based management console, so it can only be accessed through a web browser.

Additional information: https://github.com/Azure/azure-storage-android

Please let us know if you have any further queries. I’m happy to assist you further. 

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