It is quite possible to read a compressed file in ZIP format on devices iPhone. A file Zip works just like a data container, i.e. it contains a set of files and folders compressed so compact. ZIP files are used in particular when you want to send large amounts of data or large files by e-mail for example. This is in fact a considerable space saving. Of course, when you want to open a ZIP file, whether on your iPhone or on your computer, it will be necessary decompress in order to restore the files it contains to their original state, without losing quality. So, in this article you will find the steps to read a ZIP file on your iPhone device. Good reading!
How to compress a file in ZIP format on iPhone?
If you want to send a large amount of photos or heavy videos to someone, then you have the option to compress these files in order to facilitate their transfer. Here are the steps on how to compress a ZIP file on iPhone:
- Open the application files on your iPhone
- Determine a precise location (On my iphone ou iCloud Drive for example)
- Push the button More (...)
- Press Select
- Choose the files you want to compress
- Press the button again More (...)
- Press Compress
Unzip and read ZIP file on iPhone
You must automatically decompress a ZIP file if you want to be able to read the files it contains. Here are the steps to read a ZIP file on your iPhone device:
- Touch the received ZIP file (by email, by message, from an application, from a we transfer, etc.)
- Push the button Share
- Press Copy to Documents
You just have to touch the archive and your Zip file will then be decompressed and accessible in the section Documents from your iPhone.
Note that it is also possible to hide photo files or video files on iPhone devices. You will find how to proceed in this article.
