Zipping files in Windows is a simple and useful way to group multiple files together in a smaller file size, allowing you to save disk space, speed up file transfers, or secure sensitive data.
There are two main ways to zip files in Windows: using a built-in tool or a third-party program such as WinZip or 7-Zip.
Using the Built-in Tool:
1. Open Windows Explorer by pressing the Windows Key+E or by clicking the folder icon in the taskbar.
2. Navigate to the folder containing the files you want to zip.
3. Select all the files you want to zip together.
4. Right-click on one of the selected files.
5. Click “Send to” from the context menu.
6. Click “Compressed (zipped) folder” from the submenu.
7. Enter a name for the zipped folder, then click “OK” to create the zipped folder.
Using a Third-Party Program:
1. Download and install the third-party program of your choice, such as WinZip or 7-Zip.
2. Open the program and navigate to the folder containing the files you want to zip.
3. Select all the files you want to zip together.
4. Drag and drop the selected files into the program’s main window.
5. Enter a name for the zipped folder, then click “OK” to create the zipped folder.
Either method will result in a compressed zipped folder containing the files you selected. You can access the zipped folder by double-clicking it, which will open a window showing the contents of the zipped folder.
To extract (unzip) the files from the zipped folder, simply right-click the folder, then select “Extract All.” Choose a location to extract the files, then click “Extract.” The files will then be unzipped and placed into the chosen location.
Zipping files in Windows is a quick and easy way to save disk space, speed up file transfers, or protect sensitive data. With either the built-in tool or a third-party program, you can easily compress multiple files into a single, smaller file.