How to Create Zip Files for Mac

By compressing a file, you will take up less disk space than having an uncompressed file or folder. It is also beneficial to compress a file or folder to send larger files as attachments in emails. There are applications available for creating and unzipping compressed files, such as WinZip and MacZip. However, creating a compressed folder is a simple process that could be completed in a matter of minutes without the aid of any external applications.

Instructions

1. Locate the folder or file you would like to compress. Make sure all the contents in the folder are organized to your preferences.

2. Click the folder or file you would like to compress. Select more than one file at a time by holding "Command" key while clicking each folder or file you want to compress.

3. Click "File" and select "Compress." Your folder will now be compressed and converted in a zip folder.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have a mouse connected to your Mac, you can right-click the folders or files that you want converted to zip files and select "Compress."

• To change where your uncompressed files appear or whether .zip files are deleted automatically, click the "Archive Utility" and select "Preferences."

References

• Apple: Compressing Files and Folders

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish