How to Open a Zip Folder and Access Your Files
Downloaded a zip folder but aren’t sure how to open it? Follow these simple steps based on your device’s operating system:
For Windows:
1. Locate the Zip Folder:
- Go to your Downloads folder or wherever you saved the file.
- Look for the file with a `.zip` extension.
2. Right-Click to Open:
- Right-click on the zip file.
- From the menu that appears, select Extract All….
3. Choose a Destination Folder:
- A pop-up will appear, asking where you’d like to save the extracted files.
- By default, it will create a folder in the same location as the zip file. You can change this by clicking Browse.
- Once chosen, click Extract.
4. Access Your Files:
- After extraction, a new folder with the same name as the zip file will appear.
- Open this folder to access your files.
For macOS (Apple Computers):
1. Locate the Zip Folder:
- Open Finder and go to your Downloads or the folder where the zip file is saved.
- Find the file ending in `.zip`.
2. Double-Click to Unzip:
- Double-click on the zip file.
- macOS will automatically extract the contents into a new folder in the same location.
3. Access Your Files:
- Once extracted, you’ll see a new folder with the same name as the zip file.
- Open this folder to view your files.
For iOS (iPhone and iPad)
1. Open the Files App:
- Go to your home screen and open the Files app.
2. Find the Zip File:
- Locate the zip file, usually in Downloads or the location where you saved it.
3. Unzip the File:
- Tap on the zip file. iOS will automatically extract the files.
- A new folder with the same name as the zip file will appear.
4. Access Your Files:
- Tap the new folder to view and access the files inside.