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    • File extension .ZIP
    • Dateiendung .ZIP
    • .ZIPファイルの拡張子
    • Extension de fichier .ZIP
    • Extension de archivo .ZIP
    • Estensione del file .ZIP

How to open file with .ZIP extension?

Don’t you know what program to use to convert the .ZIP file? Do you want to convert a .ZIP file into a different format? Below you will find helpful information.

File extension .ZIP

Full Name Developer Category
WinZIP Compressed ZIP Archive Format N/A Compressed Files
.ZIP

A ZIP (Zipped File) file is a type of compressed file format originating from the PKWARE Inc. proprietary software. This type of file integrates data compression, email sharing, and archiving into one convenient format. It utilizes lossless data compression technology, meaning the contents of these files are reduced in size with no loss in quality. This makes the process of sharing large volumes of information much easier. ZIP archives are identified with the .zip file extension.

Compression and Zipping Process

The compressing process of a ZIP file requires a specific algorithm known as "deflate" developed by Winzip, which is capable of shrinking files up to 80%. Users can also employ password-protection to keep their data private and secure. For multiple files, they can be packed together into one single .zip archive, allowing for handling them simultaneously instead of opening each file separately. Other similar compressed formats include rar,.7z,.gzip, and .tar.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • WinZip WinZip
  • WinRAR WinRAR
  • PeaZip PeaZip
  • PowerArchiver PowerArchiver
  • 7-Zip 7-Zip
  • B1 Free Archiver B1 Free Archiver
  • ALZip ALZip
  • ZipZag ZipZag
  • Zipeg Zipeg
  • Zip2Apk Zip2Apk
  • Advanced Archive Repair Advanced Archive Repair
  • Advanced Zip Repair Advanced Zip Repair
Programs for MAC system
  • WinZip WinZip
  • Micro StuffIt Deluxe Micro StuffIt Deluxe
  • Apple Archive Utility Apple Archive Utility
  • iArchiver iArchiver
  • Unarchiver Unarchiver
  • B1 Free Archiver B1 Free Archiver
  • WinZip Mac Edition WinZip Mac Edition
  • Archiver (RuckSack) Archiver (RuckSack)
  • StuffIt StuffIt
  • StuffIt Deluxe StuffIt Deluxe
  • StuffIt Expander StuffIt Expander
Programs for LINUX system
  • unzip unzip
  • funzip funzip
  • p7zip p7zip
  • B1 Free Archiver B1 Free Archiver
  • File Roller File Roller
  • Xarchiver Xarchiver

After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .ZIP) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .ZIP extension.

When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.

Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .ZIP file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .ZIP extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .ZIP extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .ZIP file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.

Other instructions

If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .ZIP file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.

In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .ZIP file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .ZIP file) will be extended to the maximum.

It is also good to check

  • if the .ZIP file has no errors
  • or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
In such a case it is best to try to download the .ZIP file again from the same source on the Internet (or look for another source). If you received the file from another person, ask this person to re-send it. However, if the file was copied from some media, repeat the copying operation.

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Conversion of a ZIP file

  • ZIP to EXE
  • ZIP to APK
  • ZIP to ARC
  • ZIP to RAR
  • ZIP to A00
  • ZIP to ACE
  • ZIP to ADF
  • ZIP to ALZ
  • ZIP to APP
  • ZIP to ARJ
  • ZIP to B1
  • ZIP to BIN
  • ZIP to BZ2
  • ZIP to CAB
  • ZIP to CAB
  • ZIP to CBZ
  • ZIP to CPGZ
  • ZIP to CRDOWNLOAD
  • ZIP to DEB
  • ZIP to DMG
  • ZIP to DPS
  • ZIP to EGG
  • ZIP to ENC
  • ZIP to ENC
  • ZIP to GZ
  • ZIP to HQX
  • ZIP to HQX
  • ZIP to IP
  • ZIP to ISZ
  • ZIP to JAR
  • ZIP to LL
  • ZIP to LZH
  • ZIP to NBA
  • ZIP to NCO
  • ZIP to OBB
  • ZIP to PAK
  • ZIP to PAQ8
  • ZIP to PKPASS
  • ZIP to PPZ
  • ZIP to SITX
  • ZIP to TAR
  • ZIP to TAR.GZ
  • ZIP to TGZ
  • ZIP to TPZ
  • ZIP to TSK
  • ZIP to UU
  • ZIP to UUE
  • ZIP to WAB
  • ZIP to WBA
  • ZIP to XAR
  • ZIP to XPI
  • ZIP to XZ
  • ZIP to Z
  • ZIP to Z01
  • ZIP to Z02
  • ZIP to ZI
  • ZIP to MP3
  • ZIP to MP4
  • ZIP to IPA
  • ZIP to ZIPX
  • ZIP to 001
  • ZIP to 002
  • ZIP to 7Z
  • ZIP to 7-ZIP
  • ZIP to ZAB
  • ZIP to ZX01
  • ZIP to TPK
  • ZIP to 003
  • ZIP to TAR.Z
  • ZIP to WIA
  • ZIP to LHZ
  • ZIP to 004
  • ZIP to JPA
  • ZIP to BOE
  • ZIP to 7ZIP
  • ZIP to PZIP
  • ZIP to CRYPT12
  • ZIP to ENC4
  • ZIP to XAPK
  • ZIP to AAR
  • ZIP to AIA
  • ZIP to ISO
  • ZIP to PDF
  • ZIP to VCARD
  • ZIP to VCF
  • ZIP to WAV
  • ZIP to XAP
  • ZIP to SKP
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