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How to Zip and Unzip Files

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Skill Level: Beginner

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Estimated Time: 5 minutes

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Applies to: Windows/macOS

  • To Zip:
    • Select files/folders > Right-click > "Send to" > "Compressed (zipped) folder" (Windows)
    • Right-click > "Compress" (Mac)
  • To Unzip:
    • Double-click the .zip file, or right-click and select “Extract All” (Windows)
    • Select “Open With > Archive Utility” (Mac)