How to Extract Files from a Zipped (Compressed) Folder
You can identify compressed files by the file extension (.zip) and a zipper on the folder icon.
Note:
If the zipped folder is attached in an email, you must first save the zipped file to your computer before you can extract it.
Extract/Unzip Zipped Files
When you extract files from a zipped folder, a new folder with the same name is created which contains the files. The compressed (zipped) version also remains.
- Right-click the zipped folder saved to your computer.
- Choose "Extract All..." (an extraction wizard will begin).
- Click [Next >].
- Click [Browse...] and navigate to where you would like to save the files.
- Click [Next >].
- Click [Finish].
Note:
If the zipped file is protected with a password, you must provide the password before the file can be extracted to the specified folder. When you extract a file from a password-protected compressed folder, the extracted file is no longer protected.
Delete Zipped File After File Extraction
To delete the compressed version, right-click the zipped folder > Choose [Delete].
Zip (Compress) Multiple Files
"Zipped" or "Compressed" files are often sent as email attachments. The compression process helps to reduce file size. View the help page on how to Zip (Compress) Multiple Files if you would like instructions on creating a zipped file.
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FAQs
To unzip a single file or folder, open the zipped folder, then drag the file or folder from the zipped folder to a new location. To unzip all the contents of the zipped folder, press and hold (or right-click) the folder, select Extract All..., and then follow the instructions.
How do I extract all files from a zip folder? ›
How to Extract Files from a Zipped (Compressed) Folder
- Right-click the zipped folder saved to your computer.
- Choose "Extract All..." (an extraction wizard will begin).
- Click [Next >].
- Click [Browse...] and navigate to where you would like to save the files.
- Click [Next >].
- Click [Finish].
Right-click the file you want to zip, and then select Send to > Compressed (zipped) folder. Open File Explorer and find the compressed folder. To unzip the entire folder, right-click to select Extract All, and then follow the instructions. You can also select Extract All from the command ribbon.
Why can't I extract files from a zipped folder? ›
One of the most common reasons you can't extract ZIP files is file corruption. If the ZIP file itself is damaged or incomplete, Windows may struggle to extract its contents.
How to extract a ZIP file with not enough space? ›
How can I extract a file with not enough space on a disk? get an external hard drive. inistall 7-Zip in 7-zip go to options>settings>files there choose a specific drive location that you have free space on(External HDD) then restart the app. in 7-zip open the zip or rar file.
Can you extract a bunch of ZIP files at once? ›
Do one of the following: To unzip a single file or folder, open the zipped folder, then drag the file or folder from the zipped folder to a new location. To unzip all the contents of the zipped folder, press and hold (or right-click) the folder, select Extract All..., and then follow the instructions.
What is the command to extract a ZIP file? ›
How to unzip files using command prompt
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
- Navigate to the directory where the zip file is located using the cd command.
- Enter the following command, replacing 'Name' with the name of the zip file, and press Enter. tar -xf Name.zip.
- You will get a success message.
Here, I have right-clicked on the zipped file and selected "Extract to here." "Extract" is the same thing as "unzip." Windows also sometimes places "Extract files" links in toolbars which may be useful to you.
What is the command to see the content of a ZIP file? ›
The "-l" option in the Linux "zip" command is used to display information about the contents of a ZIP file without extracting its contents.
What to do if a file is not extracting? ›
Part 2. 9 Tips to Fix Windows Cannot Complete the Extraction
- Tip 1: Move the Zip File to Another Location. ...
- Tip 2: Reboot the Computer. ...
- Tip 3: Fix the Zipped File Corruption with Professional Repair Tool. ...
- Tip 4: Download a New Copy. ...
- Tip 5: Check if You Can Open Another Zip File. ...
- Tip 6: Run SFC and CHKDSK.
Tap the ZIP file.
This displays the contents of the ZIP file. If you're using a Samsung Galaxy, you'll see checkboxes next to each file inside. If you don't want to unpack all of the files, you can tap the checkmarks next to the files you don't want. This prevents those files from extracting.
Do you still need the ZIP files after extracting? ›
zip file remains, and the contents are extracted in the same directory, or wherever you choose. You typically don't need to keep . zip files once they've been extracted, so delete them to recover the storage space.
How do I extract files from zip path too long? ›
Rename the Zip file
- Find your downloaded Zip file.
- Rename the Zip file to something significantly shorter.
- Try the extract again.
By itself, Windows 11 can't handle multiple ZIP files at once. If you select more than one and try to extract them, only the last you selected will be extracted. Thankfully, you can use third-party apps such as WinRAR and 7-Zip to fix that.
How to unzip all files in a folder using command line in Windows? ›
How to unzip files using command prompt
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
- Navigate to the directory where the zip file is located using the cd command.
- Enter the following command, replacing 'Name' with the name of the zip file, and press Enter. tar -xf Name.zip.
- You will get a success message.
Unzipping multiple files is almost as simple as unzipping one file. Select the files you wish to include in your archive, then double-click on any of them. All selected zip files will decompress. NOTE: If you open a non-zip file, that file will open separately in the Finder as well.
How do I select multiple files and zip them? ›
To place multiple files into a zip folder, select all of the files while hitting the Ctrl button. Then, right-click on one of the files, move your cursor over the “Send to” option and select “Compressed (zipped) folder”.
