Try it out for free! Since Microsoft changed the Windows UI, you might have experienced problems while trying to complete basic operations such as compressing files or folders. So, if you are trying to zip a folder on a Windows OS or Mac but you can’t manage to complete this task, check out the guidelines below.

How can I zip folders on Windows 10 or Mac?

1. Use file compression software

There are tens of file compression tools available on the market, but today we are recommending WinZip. It’s not just about the popularity of this tool, but it is really more than a just simple compression tool. It also allows users to share, manage, protect, and back up files. WinZip can compress and unzips all major file formats, such as Zip, Zipx, RAR, 7z, TAR, GZIP, VHD, XZ and more. Other notable features of WinZip include finding, opening, editing, moving, and sharing the files stored on PCs, networks, or cloud services. WinZip also encrypts files to secure information and data and can create read-only PDFs and add watermarks to deter copying. The tool is integrated with Dropbox, G-Suite, or OneDrive.

2. Use the built-in compression feature on Windows 10

  1. Open File Explorer window on your device – you can do that by typing File Explorer in the search bar.

  2. Now navigate to the file location of the files or folders you want to compress.

  3. Right click on the folder/folders you want to zip. 4. Click or tap on send to and select Compressed zipped folder.

  4. Next, a compressed folder will be automatically created in the same location you are currently located and with the same name as the file/folder you zipped.

  5. You can add new files or folders to the zipped folder at any time by drag & dropping the data you want to be compressed.

A fast and reliable solution on how to zip folders is to use the built-in compression feature. This way, you no longer have to rely on external software, you simply use what you already have on your PC.

3. Use the built-in compression feature on Mac

There you have it, that’s how you can compress or zip a folder or file on your device. If you’ve got additional tips and tricks on how to zip files and folders on a Windows computer, do share your suggestions in the comments below.

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