I don’t have a files app on any of my apple devices. How do I get one. I have numerous articles saved in files.

If you cannot find the Files app in a search, you may need to refresh or reinstall iOS.

• Use the Files app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

//support.apple.com/en-us/HT206481

To connect by USB(?) and see about restoring from a Mac or PC may be another idea.

~ Or maybe a 'soft reboot' may bring the missing folder icon up front?

• View and modify files and folders in Files on iPhone - Apple Support

//support.apple.com/guide/iphone/view-and-modify-files-and-folders-iphc61044c11/ios