how-to-compress-files
Compression
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Select files to compress
Select the file(s) or folder(s) you want to compress in Windows Explorer.
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Open the archive dialog
Right-click and choose "7-Zip" > "Add to archive...".
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Choose archive format
Select the format: 7z for best compression, ZIP for maximum compatibility, or others as needed.
- 4
Set compression level
Choose the compression level: Store (no compression), Fastest, Fast, Normal, Maximum, or Ultra. Higher levels compress more but take longer.
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Adjust advanced settings
For 7z format, you can choose the compression method (LZMA2 recommended), dictionary size, word size, and solid archive settings for better ratio.
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Create the archive
Click OK to start compression. The archive appears in the same folder as your source files.
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