How to Zip your Files

Using 7-Zip:

  • In the Start Menu, click Applications
  • Choose 7-Zip

To ZIP a file:

  • Locate the desired file from the drop down menu and the open menu
  • Click Add
  • Specify the archive details (format, mode...)
  • Click Ok
  • The location of the zipped file will show in the open window

To UNZIP a file:

  • Locate the desired file from the drop down menu and the open menu
  • Click Extract
  • Specify the extraction details (location, mode...)
  • Click OK
  • The location of the unzipped file will show in the open window
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