How to Compress or Zip Files

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Last updated: May 07, 2021 by Michael Wolfe
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A ZIP file, like other archive file formats, is simply a collection of files, compressed into a single file to make it smaller and easier to share.

Step-by-step guide

How to Compress or Zip Files:

  1. Locate the file or folder that you want to zip.

  2. Press and hold (or right-click) the file or folder, select (or point to) Send to, and then select Compressed (zipped) folder.

    A new zipped folder with the same name is created in the same location.

  3. To rename it, press and hold (or right-click) the folder, select Rename, and then type the new name.



Security Tip!

Remember - never open a file that you receive via e-mail unless you are expecting it (even if it is from someone you know) - it could contain a virus!

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