File compression isn't just for desktops and laptops. Android devices can benefit from ZIP files too.

Keep in mind that the Files app only supports extracting .zip files. So, if you want to open another compressed format, such as RAR, you'll need a third-party app like RAR, ZArchiver, or a similar ...

How does a zip file work, and how can you use it? Here's everything you need to know to master the art of sending massive files.

How to Open Zip Files With a Mac. If someone has compressed a file that you need to open for your company, you can open it with your Mac. For example, say a vendor has sent you a zipped file ...

To unzip a file on your computer or phone, you can use tools that come pre-installed on the device. In some cases, using a third-party app might help.

How to Open a WinZip File Without WinZip. By default, WinZip compresses files and folders into a ZIP container file, which is one of the most common compression formats available.

Zipped files are easy to transfer plus they take less space compared to the uncompressed files. Also, it’s very simple to compress, combine and zip several files into one zipped folder. So if ...

You no longer need third-party apps if you want to open zip files on iOS. Rar files? That's another story.

If you open the GNOME file manager (this feature is found in most Linux file managers) and right-click a file you want to be zipped, you'll see a Compress entry (Figure 1).