Although many of the files we download on our Android devices are in ZIP format, not all users know how to open them. If you are also in this situation, in this tutorial we will show you how to open ZIP files in Android in a simple and fast way.
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How can I open a ZIP file from my cell phone?
One of the many things offered by cell phones is the possibility of compressing files. In this way we can save space in the device’s memory and, if we need to send the file to another person, the shipment will be faster.
But what happens if the file we need is compressed in ZIP format? In this case, we will need to use an application to decompress it and access the content.
There are many applications that allow us to work with ZIP files, both to compress them and to decompress them. Some of them are free and other payment.
One of the most popular free applications is Zarachiver. This application allows us to work with ZIP files in a simple and fast way. All we need to do is download it and install it on our cell phone.
Once we have it installed, we can access all the files compressed in Zip format that we have in the device’s memory. To do this, we will only have to open the application and select the file we want to decompress.
In seconds, we will have access to the content of the ZIP file and we can work with it normally.
Why can’t I open a ZIP file?
A ZIP file is a compressed file that contains one or more files. Zip files can be opened with most decompression programs, such as Winrar, 7-Zip and Winzip. If you cannot open a ZIP file, it is possible that the file is corrupt, that it is not completely downloaded or that it is protected with a password.
What app I need to open ZIP?
At present, most equipment operates with UNIX type operating systems, such as Linux or Android. These operating systems bring a series of applications that allow the use of compressed files in ZIP format.
To open a ZIP file in these systems, the first thing we will need is a decompression application. There are many applications of this type, both payment and free. Some of the most popular are Winzip, 7-Zip and Winrar.
Once we have selected the application that we are going to use, all we will have to do is follow the instructions that it provides. In most cases, the process is quite simple and intuitive.
In summary, to open a ZIP file in a team with UNIX operating system, all we need is to download and install a decompression application. There are many applications of this type, both payment and free. We will only have to follow the instructions provided by the application we have selected.
How can a ZIP file be broken down?
If you are working with Zip files, you may need to decompress them at some point. Fortunately, this is very easy to do in most operating systems. In this guide, we will show you how to break down a ZIP file in Windows, Macos and Linux.
Windows
In Windows, you can break down a ZIP file using the integrated decompression function. To do so, simply right click on the ZIP file and select Remove files.
In the window that appears, select the location in which you want the files to be decompressed and then click OK. The files will be extracted and will be ready to be used.
macOS
In macOS, you can also decompress a ZIP file using the integrated decompression function. To do so, simply right click on the ZIP file and select open with> files.
In the window that appears, select the location in which you want the files to decompress and then click Decompress. The files will be extracted and will be ready to be used.
Linux
In Linux, you can break down a ZIP file using the UNZIP Command Line tool. First, open a terminal and sail to the location of the ZIP file. Then, run the following command:
Unzip Name_del_archivo.zip
Replaces name_del_archivo.zip by the name of the Zip file you want to decompress. The files will be extracted and will be ready to be used.
