How to Extract Zip Files

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Locate your ZIP folder.

   You can do so by typing its name into the Start menu's search bar and then clicking the folder.
   
   If you downloaded your ZIP folder from online, it's likely in the "Downloads" folder or on your computer's desktop.
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   Step 2: Right-click your ZIP folder.

   Doing this will invoke a context menu. , It's near the top of the context menu. , This option is to the right of the address bar near the top of the "Extract Compressed (Zipped) Files" window. , To do so, select a directory (e.g., Desktop) from the left-hand pane, then click a folder in the main window.
   
   If you don't want to extract to a specific folder, just select a directory. , This will update your folder extraction's destination. , It's in the bottom-right corner of the window.
   
   Your files will extract from the ZIP folder to your selected location.
   
   This process may take awhile if you have large video or photo files in the ZIP folder.
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   Step 3: Click Extract All.

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   Step 4: Click Browse.

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   Step 5: Select a destination folder.

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   Step 6: Click OK.

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   Step 7: Click Extract.

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