How do you zip files when using a PC or MAC?

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Zipping files on both PC and Mac is a straightforward process, but the methods differ slightly. Here’s a breakdown for each:

On a PC:

  1. Locate the file(s) or folder you want to zip. They can be anywhere on your computer, like your desktop, documents folder, or another drive.
  2. Select the file(s) or folder. Hold down the Ctrl key while clicking on each file you want to include, or click and drag your mouse to select a group of files.
  3. Right-click on the selected files/folder. This will open a context menu.
  4. Choose “Send to” > “Compressed (zipped) folder.” This will create a new ZIP file containing your selected items.
  5. The ZIP file will appear in the same location as your original files. You can rename it by right-clicking and selecting “Rename.”

On a Mac:

  1. Find the file(s) or folder you want to zip. Similar to PC, they can be anywhere on your Mac.
  2. Control-click (or right-click) on the file(s) or folder. This will open a contextual menu.
  3. Select “Compress [file name]” for a single file or “Compress ‘untitled folder'” for multiple files/folder. This will create a ZIP file automatically.
  4. The ZIP file will appear in the same location as your original files. You can rename it by Control-clicking and choosing “Rename.”

Additional tips:

  • You can add more files to an existing ZIP file by dragging and dropping them onto it.
  • Both Windows and Mac allow you to password-protect ZIP files for added security.
  • There are many third-party zip tools available with additional features, but the built-in methods are usually sufficient for most users.

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