How to Unzip Files - Simple Instructions for Windows, Mac OS, and Mobile Devices
UNZIPPING ON A LAPTOP / DESKTOP:
On Windows:
- Locate the zipped file that you want to unzip.
- Right-click on the file and select "Extract All" from the dropdown menu.
- Choose a location to save the unzipped files to.
- Click "Extract" and wait for the process to complete.
- The unzipped files should now be available in the location you chose.
On Mac OS:
- Locate the zipped file that you want to unzip.
- Double-click on the file to open it.
- A new window should appear containing the zipped files.
- Click the "Extract" button at the top of the window.
- Choose a location to save the unzipped files to.
- Click "Extract" and wait for the process to complete.
- The unzipped files should now be available in the location you chose.
Note: Some computers may have a built-in utility to unzip files, but if you have trouble unzipping files on your computer, you can download a free file archiver tool such as 7-Zip, WinZip or StuffIt Expander.
UNZIPPING ON A MOBILE DEVICE:
On Android:
- Download and install a file manager app that supports zip files, such as Files by Google.
- Find the zipped file that you want to unzip and tap on it.
- You should see an option to "Extract" or "Unzip" the file. Tap on this option.
- Choose a location to save the unzipped files to.
- Tap "Extract" and wait for the process to complete.
- The unzipped files should now be available in the location you chose.
On iOS:
- Download and install a file manager app that supports zip files, such as iZip or Files.
- Find the zipped file that you want to unzip and tap on it.
- You should see an option to "Open In" or "Share" the file. Tap on this option.
- Choose the file manager app you downloaded from the list of available apps.
- Choose a location to save the unzipped files to.
- Tap "Extract" and wait for the process to complete.
- The unzipped files should now be available in the location you chose.
Note: Not all mobile devices have built-in support for unzipping files, so it may be necessary to download a separate app for this purpose.