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How to Unzip Files on Windows 11
Windows 11 can natively extract or create ZIP files in File Explorer
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Updated onFebruary 19, 2024
updated onFebruary 19, 2024
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If you don’t know how to unzip files on Windows 11, you might not be able to install certain software or view files sent to you by others in archive format.
This process is incredibly simple to perform, and in today’s guide, we’re going to show you the best ways to do it on Windows 11.
How do I unzip files in Windows 11?
1. Use the context menu
2. Use third-party tools
3. Use File Explorer
4. Unzip using the command line
Why can’t I extract a ZIP file on Windows 11?
To see how to fix this problem, visit our guide on what to do if youcan’t extract a ZIP fileon Windows.
Working with archive file formats other than ZIP
Microsoft is working hard to bring support for other archive formats, including RAR, 7Z, TAR, and more. Support for these file types is available to Insiders, and we expect to see it available to the public soon.
For the time being, for best compatibility, you need to use third-party apps for archiving.
You can natively unzip files on Windows 11, however, the support is currently limited, but that will change soon as Windows gets native support for other file archive types.
If you want to take your skills to another level, check our guide on how toextract multiple Zip files. In case you need to work with other file types, our guide on how toopen RAR files without WinRARwill provide you with useful information.
We also have a great guide on how tounzip GZ file in Windows, so don’t miss it.
Did we miss your favorite method of unzipping files on Windows 11? If so, share it with us in the comments section.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
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