Windows 10: Can you ZIP files using file explorer

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  1. Can you ZIP files using file explorer


    Can you ZIP files using file explorer? If you can how do you do this?

    :)
     
    JohnCordwell1, Dec 3, 2018
    #1
  2. Arul_D Win User

    .zip can't be set to File Explorer

    Hello Kathleen,

    I understand your concern, and we in Community will try to help you in the best possible way we can.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if it helps.


    • Type Default programs
      in the search bar and press enter

    • Click on choose default programs by file type

    • Select .zip
      and select File Explorer
    Also you can visit the below link Zip and unzip files.
    (Steps applies to Windows 10).

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-CA/windows-8/zip-unzip-files

    Hope this helps. Post us with status we will be glad to help you.
     
    Arul_D, Dec 3, 2018
    #2
  3. GSquadron Win User
    Folders with zip files

    I have like 30 or more folders and everyone of them has only one single zip file.
    How can I extract all zip files inside of all folders?
     
    GSquadron, Dec 3, 2018
    #3
  4. Can you ZIP files using file explorer

    Access denied to zip file

    Hi Stephanie,

    The issue that you're experiencing may be due to a corrupted user profile. We have found a workaround regarding the "Access denied" error. Kindly follow the steps below.

    • Press Windows key + E to open File Explorer.
    • Copy the files that you want to zip.
    • Paste it in the Downloads folder.
    • From there, zip your file. You may follow the steps provided in this
      article
      .

    Feel free to contact us if you need assistance with Windows.
     
    Dennis Mop, Dec 3, 2018
    #4
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