Windows 10: Opening a file that requires WinZip

I am having a problem opening a file that tells me I need to purchase "WinZip." Shouldn't my Windows have the ability to open any file that requires "Winzip" software???

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winzip files

Hi Alan,

For you to be able to extract or open a winzip file, you need an application that can open those type of files. Windows 10 already has a built-in zip/unzip feature that you can use to extract/open or compress files. For you to open a password protected winzip
file, you'll need to have the password of that file. If you don't have the password, we suggest you get in touch with the creator of the winzip file so that you can obtain the password.

If you still have any questions, feel free to reply to this thread.

 

WinZip updater

Hello,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

WinZip is a third party software which help you use as a extractor for the files. Requirement depends on the file types you use for extracting the files.

If you are facing any issues, please post us what exact issue are you facing?

If you are trying to remove it, I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if it helps.

• Press Windows + X keys and select Programs and Features.
• Select the WinZip app or the updater and select
  Uninstall.
• Restart the machine and check if it is removed.

If you have any further queries regarding the product, I suggest you to contact the manufacturer of the product for further more information.

THIRD PARTY DISCLAIMER: Using Third Party Software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from booting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the use
of Third Party Software can be solved. Using Third Party Software is at your own risk.

Keep us posted to help you better.

 

winzip files

Step 1- Double-click on the archive.

Windows has a built-in decompressor that opens the .zip archives typically created by Winzip.

Step 2 - When prompted, enter the password.