How to Compress a File?

by **cyberjack** on Thu Feb 14, 2008 5:03 pm

Tutorial on how to compress a file or folder using Winrar / Winzip...

.::. IMPORTANT .::.
For this first you require a compression software. E.g. Winrar, Winzip etc… [I prefer Winrar]
Download:

Winrar

Winzip

.::. PROCEDURE .::.
Assume that we are using Winrar to compress the needed file/folder.

1. Right click the file you wish to compress and select “Add to archive”.
2. A dialogue box appears.
3. Type the name of the software (or whatever you want to compress) under “General > Archive name”.
4. Choose the desired compression method. [I prefer “General > Compression method > Best”]
5. If you want to add password then click “Advanced” tag and select “Set password” and type a password.
6. When you are done, click “OK” button.

That it…! You have compressed a file/folder. If you have any doubts then send a