How Can I Open a Winzip file on Windows 10 and Mac?

You can a open WinZip files on Windows 10 and Mac without installing WinZip or other paid apps. Here are free and straightforward methods for both systems:

For Windows 10:

Use File Explorer to open a WinZip file

1. Double-click the .zip file. It should open as a folder.
2. If not, right-click and select "Open with" > "Windows Explorer".
3. Drag and drop files from the archive to a folder on your PC.

For Mac:

Use Free Third-Party Apps open a WinZip file, like the Unarchiver:

1. Download from the Mac App Store
2. Install and open The Unarchiver.
3. Associate it with ZIP files.
4. Double-click the ZIP file, or open it through the app.

Please note:

• If your ZIP file reports as corrupted or unsupported, it might be damaged or incomplete. Try downloading it again.
• Ensure your file isn't encrypted or password-protected, which might require the password to open.
• Sometimes files are compressed with special tools or formats. If standard methods fail, consider trying other archive tools like PaaZip or Kaka on Mac.