How to zip and unzip files in Windows?

To zip and unzip files in Windows, you can use the built-in File Explorer feature or a third-party compression software like 7-Zip or WinZip.

Here’s how to zip files using the built-in File Explorer feature:

1. Locate the file or folder that you want to zip.
2. Right-click the file or folder and select “Send to” > “Compressed (zipped) folder”.
3. A new zip file will be created in the same location as the original file or folder.

Here’s how to unzip files using the built-in File Explorer feature:

1. Locate the zip file that you want to extract.
2. Right-click the zip file and select “Extract All”.
3. Follow the prompts and select the location where you want to extract the files to.

Alternatively, you can use a third-party compression software like 7-Zip or WinZip to zip and unzip files. These utilities have more advanced features and may offer better compression options.