iPhone & iPad Files App Made Simple (iOS 26 Update!)

In this Tech Topic, I walk you through the Files app on iPhone and iPad — including the brand-new features in iOS 26! You’ll learn how to: ✅ Add cloud storage locations like Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox ✅ Find and organize your files, downloads, and folders ✅ Customize folder icons and colors for easy navigation ✅ Move files between iCloud, OneDrive, and Google Drive ✅ Use drag-and-drop on iPad to make file management faster Whether you’re new to Files or just want to take advantage of the new iOS 26 updates, this video will help you stay organized and work smarter across all your Apple devices. 💻 Join me for live classes and a community of learners at www.techexplorercommunity.com 0:00 – Introduction & Agenda 0:03 – What is the Files App? 0:44 – Accessing iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive & More 1:12 – iPhone vs. iPad Files App Differences 2:49 – Drag & Drop Between Clouds 3:41 – Files App Navigation Basics 5:06 – Where to Find Your Downloads 6:01 – Customizing Folders with Icons & Colors (iOS 26) 8:06 – Organizing with Tags 9:56 – Adding New Storage Locations (Dropbox Example) 13:05 – Downloading Files from the Web 13:50 – Downloads Sync with iCloud 15:10 – New iPadOS Window & Menu Features 17:06 – Moving Files Between Folders & Clouds 18:27 – Context Menu Tools: Quick Look, Compress, PDF 20:12 – Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts