Streamline Your File Handling with Better Open With


Are you tired of constantly choosing a default app handler every time you click on a file type? Better Open With is here to save you from that hassle! This innovative Android app allows you to avoid the tedious choices between "only once" and "always" when opening files.



How It Works


Designed to replicate Android's default "Complete action using" dialog, Better Open With displays a visually similar popup when you attempt to open a link, image, PDF, or any other file type. This popup lists all possible app handlers, making it easy to select your preferred option.



What sets it apart is the duration of the popup. It appears for just a few seconds (default is 5 seconds, but you can customize it), allowing you to choose an app handler if desired. After this brief window, it automatically opens the file with your preferred app!

Key Features


Unlike other similar applications, Better Open With requires no additional clicks to launch your preferred app. Simply set it as your default handler for the desired file types and let it do the work for you!

Personalization Options


You can customize the Better Open With popup screen to suit your preferences:



  • Choose between grid and list view

  • Adjust text size and opt to show only icons (without text)

  • Select from Light and Dark themes

  • And many more options coming soon!

When Is Better Open With Useful?


This app is particularly handy if you:



  • Switch between browsers but have one preferred app.

  • Prefer a specific app for viewing PDFs, photos, and other files, but occasionally need to edit them with another app.

  • Usually want video links to open with a player but sometimes need an app to download the file or cast it to a Chromecast.

Completely Free and Ad-Free!


Better Open With is completely free to use, with no ads or permissions requested!


This project started as a side venture inspired by a Reddit post from user oroboros74. Since we believe others will find it useful, we’re excited to share it with everyone!

Future Enhancements


Stay tuned for upcoming releases that will include:



  • Support for more file types!

  • Options to sort apps in the list (alphabetical, manual, chronological)

  • Creation of "sessions" for selecting a temporary preferred app (for the next X clicks or minutes)

  • Translations (we welcome translators!)

  • User suggestions and feedback!

Get Involved!


If you have any questions, suggestions, or would like to contribute, feel free to email the developer.


You can also suggest new features or vote for existing ones at UserVoice.