Android - can not access the html file on sdCard
android, browser, html
Solution
This is simply happening because the chrome app doesn't have the permission to read the external storage. if you need such an app here is a link. Here is a list of chrome app permissions....
Your accounts
- find accounts on the device
- add or remove accounts
- use accounts on the device
- read Google service configuration
Your location
- approximate location (network-based)
- precise location (GPS and network-based)
Network communication
- view network connections
- control Near Field Communication
- receive data from Internet
- full network access
Storage
- modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
System tools
- test access to protected storage
- install shortcuts
Bookmarks and History
- write web bookmarks and history
- read your Web bookmarks and history
Camera
- take pictures and videos
Microphone
- record audio
Affects battery
- prevent device from sleeping
- control vibration
Audio settings
- change your audio settings
Sync Settings
- read sync statistics
- toggle sync on and off
- read sync settings
Problem
I am trying to open html file that I have on my sdCard in Chrome or any other web browser (not html Viewer). I have tried to enter path to file like this ``` file:///storage/extSdCard/page/page.html ``` I get this error: ``` ERR_ACCESS_DENIED ``` What could be wrong please? EDIT: I have to mention that I am not developing a android app. I just want to view a html file, that is on my SD card in chrome mobile browser EDIT2: It is not working from ext. sdcard and also from internal memory Thank you.