Now, users have the ability to natively create 7z and TAR archival formats for files using File Explorer.
Locate the file for folderthat you want to compress on your Windows 11 PC or laptop and right-press it.
2.On the following context menu,take the cursorto theCompress to…option.
3.You will now seea new drop-down menuwithZIP,7z,TAR, andAdditional options.
4.Now, you’re able to click the7zorTARoption todirectly convert the file or folderto the selected archival format.
5.Otherwise, you’re able to click onAdditional optionstoopen the new compression wizard.
6.You will now find theCreate Archive wizardshow up on the screen.
7.Here, you’ve got the option to select theArchive format.
8.Next, you’ve got the option to select theCompression method, which includeGzip,xz,Zstandard.
9.you’re able to thenadjust the Compression levelandcustomize what kind of datathe compressed file or folder would retain.
10.Finally, click theCreate buttonto compress the selected file or folder.
FAQs
How do I compress to tar in Windows 11?
Is 7-Zip available for Windows 11?
The 7-Zip app does work on Windows 11 PCs and laptops.
Users can visit the 7-Zip.org website and manually download the 7-Zip folder.
How do I compress a folder in Windows 11?
Microsoft added the support for opening 7z and TAR files natively in mid-2023.
