Unzipping a Zip File

Summary

Instructions for opening a Zip file in Windows.

Body

Issue/Question

How do I unzip a zip file?

Environment

  • Windows

Cause

Zipped files are files or folders that have been compressed to take up less storage space than they normally would. You will need to unzip the file first in order to access the content within.

Resolution

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Right Click on the Desired File.
  3. Click Open With.
  4. Click Windows Explorer.
  5. Click Open.

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Details

Details

Article ID: 3713
Created
Wed 12/9/20 11:30 AM
Modified
Mon 4/20/26 3:15 PM

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