How To Unzip Files Windows 11 ((link)) May 2026

Select Extract All... from the context menu.

Select the file(s) or folder(s) you want. how to unzip files windows 11

That's it! Your files will now be in the new folder. You can also unzip directly into a specific folder: Select Extract All

Check the box "Show extracted files when complete" (if you want the folder to open automatically). how to unzip files windows 11

Locate the zipped folder (it will have a zipper icon on the folder).

Windows 11 has native support for .zip files. No extra software needed.