You can compress documents on your iPhone or iPad into smaller ZIP files to save space.
You can save a lot of storage space by compressing your files. There are several ways to create a ZIP file on your iPhone and iPad. Using the built-in functionality within iPadOS and iOS is one of the most popular methods. Third-party applications can also be used to create ZIP files.
In this guide, we'll explain what a ZIP file is and how to zip files on an iPhone or iPad. We'll also show you a few third-party tools that can help you do this.
How Do ZIP Files Work?
ZIP files are archives that contain other files. A single file can contain documents, images, videos, and so on. Zipping files allows you to save storage space, which is a critical factor. The other reason why you might want to zip your files is to make them easy to share via the internet.
It's one of the most common compressed files formats, although there are others. ZIP archives are easily identified by the. An extension for ZIP files.
Zip files on iPhone and iPad
Using the Files app on your iPhone or iPad, you can zip files. The steps are as follows:
Files will launch.
Navigate to the location where you want to zip the files.
You can access the menu by clicking on the three dots in the upper right corner.
Select the option you want. Multi-file selection is enabled via this method.
Selected files will appear on the screen.
Select Compress from the three-dot menu in the bottom-right corner. Compression of files will begin immediately.
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Files create a ZIP file with the same name in the same folder when you select a single file. You will be prompted to create a new archive, Archive.zip, in this same folder if you choose multiple files. You can rename an archive by holding it, tapping the pop-up menu, and then picking Rename.
Tap the ZIP file to open it. The file will be unzipped and expanded to take up the original amount of storage. ZIP files cannot be edited or opened without first being unzipped.
Zipping Files on iPhone and iPad with Third-Party Apps
In addition to the Files app, you might also want to use third-party solutions. Apps from third parties are most useful because of their versatility. Additionally to creating ZIP files, there are many other options available.
You can zip files on iPhone using iZip, WinZip, and Zip & RAR File Extractor, among others. Cloud storage services such as iCloud, Google Drive, One Drive, and Dropbox are integrated into these apps. In addition to working with some document types, you can encrypt zip files on the go with iZip and WinZip.
How to create ZIP files on iPhone and iPad to save storage space
Maybe you don't think about it often, but compressing files on your iPhone or in iCloud can help you free up a lot of space. Additionally, it can be used to send multiple files at once.
You must delete the original ZIP file after creating a ZIP file to reclaim the space. Compressed files have a much smaller file size than originals. Every time you need to reopen the compressed file, unzip it.
While this article only explains how to create ZIP files on iPhone and iPad, you can create these archives on your Mac as well.
