When was the last time you had to create a zip file? Personally, I have to interact with those types of files all the time (either receiving or sending them to various clients, family, and friends ...

Zip files compress your folders or files and save storage on your computer. They're also easier to send from device to device. Here's how to make one.

Knowing how to create zip files can make a difference in your document storage. The stuff inside won’t take a lot of space, and the latest file formats are often larger.

Whether you're trying to send a large file or just manage your storage space, being able to zip and unzip files on your iPhone or iPad is incredibly useful.

You can email a folder in Gmail by first zipping it on your computer and then attaching the ZIP file to the email.