Simple question: How do I put a PDF file on my homescreen?

[Vesbon]

I created a simple PDF document on my PC that I need to reference frequently on my Android phone (Sprint Hero). How do I A) get in on my phone and B) create a shortcut to the file.

Basically, I want to create a shortcut to this PDF file on my phone (like shortcuts on my desktop PC).

I have the file in DropBox, but it takes too long to download it all the time (and I want it available offline). I think I downloaded it to my SD card, but I can't tell.

I also have BetterCut, but I can't figure out how to make a "PDF shortcut" (a icon that links to the PDF).

I know, this is basic stuff and I'm fairly compute literate, but I can't figure this one out.

Thanks,
-v

 

[Harry2]

You have to use a file manger (e.g. Estrongs File Explorer).
Start Estrongs, go to the .pdf file on the SD card, long press on the .pdf file name, choose Shortcut and the shortcut is on your homescreen

Harry

 

[Vesbon]

Sounds easy; thanks!

 

[charlyee]

You have to use a file manger (e.g. Estrongs File Explorer).
Start Estrongs, go to the .pdf file on the SD card, long press on the .pdf file name, choose Shortcut and the shortcut is on your homescreen

Harry

I really like this, I am using Astro, which does not have this. What would I be giving up if I removed Astro and used this instead?

Thanks

 

[Harry2]

I really like this, I am using Astro, which does not have this. What would I be giving up if I removed Astro and used this instead?

Thanks

Are you sure?
I don't use Astro but I heard Astro can do this shortcuts too.

Harry

 

[Rob_A]

I really like this, I am using Astro, which does not have this. What would I be giving up if I removed Astro and used this instead?

Thanks

I've never used Estrongs. I've used Astro and AndXplorer so I can't tell you if there's anything you'd be giving up. Ads perhaps?


Also,

There's nothing wrong with having multiple files browsers installed.

 

[Harry2]

I created a simple PDF document on my PC that I need to reference frequently on my Android phone (Sprint Hero). How do I A) get in on my phone and B) create a shortcut to the file.

Basically, I want to create a shortcut to this PDF file on my phone (like shortcuts on my desktop PC).

I have the file in DropBox, but it takes too long to download it all the time (and I want it available offline). I think I downloaded it to my SD card, but I can't tell.

I also have BetterCut, but I can't figure out how to make a "PDF shortcut" (a icon that links to the PDF).

I know, this is basic stuff and I'm fairly compute literate, but I can't figure this one out.

Thanks,
-v

Ah, I forgot your A) question

For transfer file from PC to my phone via WiFi I use Estrongs too.
Estrongs has access to shares on the PC and on the NAS via WiFi.

EDIT: Note to shortcuts: Recently Estrongs needs for shortcuts the additional app ES Bookmark Manager.
But the way to make the shortcut is the same as I described above

Harry

 

[charlyee]

Are you sure?
I don't use Astro but I heard Astro can do this shortcuts too.

Harry

Thanks, I didn't realize it could. It is a few more steps than just long press on the file name but it can be done you are right.

I've never used Estrongs. I've used Astro and AndXplorer so I can't tell you if there's anything you'd be giving up. Ads perhaps?


Also,

There's nothing wrong with having multiple files browsers installed.

Thanks

 

[britton.kerr]

On froyo all you have to do is long press on a free area of the homescreen. Select shortcuts then astro. Then browse for the file. Shortcut is added. Clicking on it opens up the file with your default viewer.

 

[firemonte]

Harry2 is right. Estrong cured this problem for me flawlessly. Cheers Harry2!