A ZIP file is a common way to compress data and save space when sharing or archiving your files. Windows 11 has built-in features to unzip files when you want to view them again.
How to Zip/Unzip a File or Folder in Windows 11 [Tutorial]
Any compressed file on your PC can be unpacked with a right mouse click. Browse to a ZIP file of your choice and use the context menu.
Select the compressed file and right-click to display the context menu.
In the Select a destination and extract files dialog box, browse to the desired location and click Extract.
