4 Ways to ZIP Files on Android

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• A ZIP archive enables you to keep the same files at less storage or transfer them to another system easily.
• You can open the default File Manager app on your device, select all the files you want to add to compress and use the ZIP option.
• Third-party apps like WinZip, RAR, and Solid Explorer can also help you compress files on your Android device.

Method 1: Use WinZip

WinZip is a reliable app that is popular among Windows users and it can be used for compressing files on Android.

Step 1: Download and launch WinZip and navigate to any folder of the Internal Storage to select the files you want to zip. There are also options to zip files from Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, and Server.

Step 2: Select the files you want to move to a ZIP file. Tap on the Zip icon on the top menu.

Step 3: Rename the Zip file and tap OK to compress a file in the same menu.

Method 2: Use the Xiaomi File Manager App

You can use Xiaomi’s file manager app to Zip files on Android. The app is available for all Android devices, including Samsung, Pixel, OnePlus, and other phones.

Step 2: Go to a specific menu or select media files from the home screen.

Step 3: Tap the More menu at the bottom and select Compress. Rename the file and tap OK.

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Method 3: Use RAR to Password-Protect Zip Files

You can also use apps like RAR that let you compress and even password-protect such files.

Step 1: Download and launch the RAR app. Navigate to the phone storage location from the app interface where the required files are stored.

Step 2: Tap on the checkbox for each file to select it. Tap on the Archive (+) icon. Choose the Browse button to select a location for the ZIP file.

Step 3: Select the radio button for ZIP. You can also change the archive name, set a password, and enable other settings. Tap OK to create a ZIP file from the selected files.

Method 4: Use Solid Explorer

Solid Explorer is one of the best file manager apps on Android. You can ZIP and even encrypt files on the go.

Step 1: Download and open Solid Explorer and go to a relevant folder. Select the files you want to Zip.

Step 2: Tap the three vertical dots at the bottom and select Archive.

Step 3: You can change the file type, tweak compression, and protect it with a password. Tap Create.