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How can I open a zip file on my iPad?

by John A.

How can I open a zip file on my iPad?

How to open a ZIP file on your iPhone or iPod touch

  1. Open the Files app, then find the ZIP file or archive you want to uncompress.
  2. Tap the ZIP file or archive.
  3. A folder is created containing the files. To change its name, touch and hold on the folder, then tap Rename.
  4. Tap to open the folder.

Which is the best app to open zip files?

The best zip and unzip apps for Android

  • B1 Archiver.
  • MiXplorer Silver.
  • RAR.
  • WinZip.
  • ZArchiver.

Does WinZip work on an iPad?

WinZip makes it easy to handle major compressed types of files on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch! Sharing files is safe and simple too, with direct integration with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive and iCloud, and support for AirDrop.

Can Google Drive unzip files?

ZIP Extractor allows you to unzip (extract or decompress) files in Google Drive. The ZIP file can come from your computer or from Google Drive. You can choose which files in the ZIP file to extract. You can preview and download individual items inside the ZIP file without having to extract the whole file.

What app can open zip files on iPhone?

The Files app, added in iOS 11, supports zip files. You can open them, see their contents, and extract files without any third-party apps. You’ll still need an app from the App Store if you want to create zip files. When you download a zip file in Safari, your iPhone or iPad will offer to open it in the Files app.

How do I install WinZip on my iPad?

Open ZIP files on iOS with WinZip

  1. When you tap on the attachment to open it, you will be presented with a default method for opening it. If WinZip isn’t listed there, tap on Open In.
  2. Select WinZip from the list of apps.
  3. You are then presented with the contents of the ZIP file.

Does Apple have WinZip?

WinZip can be installed directly from the App Store. It is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad when running iOS 7 or later. The Free version of this app allows you to unzip Zip and RAR files and will also allow you to view their contents.