This article describes what ZIP files are and why they're used in some situations. We'll also look at how to open one to see its contents, and how to convert the files inside to a different format ...

Much like zipping, a RAR file compresses several files using WinRAR software. Here’s how to extract RAR docs and media on both Windows and macOS.

Find out how to download and open zip files on your iPhone using a free app that lets you open, save and share zipped files from iPhone or iPad.

You can also make zip files on an iPhone and iPad now, so we’ll show you how to do that, too. These steps should always work with zip files, and it also appears to work with tar.gz files.

Don't how to create or unpack a ZIP file using a Chromebook? Here are easy instructions that don't require third-party software, along with two alternatives.

When you "zip" a file, you'll compress its data and reduce how much space it takes up on your computer or phone.