: Highlight the files or folders you want to compress.
If you are packaging files (such as game mods or personal documents) into a 7z format: diip2.7z
: If you don't see the 7-Zip option in your right-click menu (especially on Windows 11), you may need to click "Show more options" at the bottom of the menu first. : Highlight the files or folders you want to compress
Alternatively, select to open a settings window where you can add a password, change the compression level (e.g., Ultra for smallest file size), or split the file into smaller volumes. How to Extract a .7z File How to Extract a
: Get the 7-Zip installer and follow the prompts to install it.
To create or extract a compressed archive like , you need a file compression utility—most commonly 7-Zip or WinRAR . How to Create a .7z Archive
If you have downloaded and need to access its contents: