How to Make Changes in Compressed Zip Files

Multiple files and folders can be compressed into one zip file.

Sending multiple files to someone over the Internet can often be a hassle. This is especially true when the files are large, as email programs limit the size of files which can be transferred. Zip files are useful in situations such as this. A zip file compresses the original files to a smaller size. It also allows many files to be stored inside of the zip file. These features make zip files a more efficient way of transferring files.

Things You'll Need

• Computer

Instructions

1. Double-click the zip file. This will open a window that displays all of the files and folders inside of the zip file.

2. Select all of the files and click "Extract."

3. Select a location on your computer and click "OK" to extract the files.

4. Open the folder where you extracted the files.

5. Edit the files that you would like to change. You can also add or delete any files to the folder.

6. Right-click the folder and select "Add to archive." This will save the folder back to a zip file.

7. Name the file and click "OK."

Tips & Warnings

• Zip files can be encrypted and password-protected.

• You can set up a zip file to be self-extracting, meaning that the file will act as an executable.

References

• Microsoft: How to Create and Use Compressed (Zipped) Folders