Download zip files on ipad

I can see why. Cool, we can save zip files to the iPhone now! And iPad too? Very Pro! No wonder they call it iPad Pro, it can save zip files!

OK I saved a zip file, how do I open the zip file? Can I make a new zip file? How do I do this on iPad Pro? I thought iPad Pro was better than a computer? Is file management real? Actually, there is a way to view zip files in iOS 11 without a 3rd party app: the iOS mail app. Just attach the file to an email and send it to yourself. For each file you view within the zip, you can use the share button to save it in the files app or any other app where it could be opened.

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June 25, at pm. Hoagie Commander says:. June 22, at pm. Ian T says:. Bingleburt the 4th says:. June 24, at am. Bob chase says:. On iPhone or iPod touch If you need to share a large file or multiple files, a compressed file takes up less storage space and can be sent faster because of its smaller file size. Tap the more button , then tap Select. Choose one or more files. Tap the more button in the lower right, then tap Compress.

Tap the ZIP file or archive. A folder is created containing the files. To change its name, touch and hold on the folder, then tap Rename. Tap to open the folder. On iPad If you need to share a large file or multiple files, a compressed file takes up less storage space and can be sent faster because of its smaller file size.

Tap Select, then choose one or more files. Tap More, then tap Compress. Need more help? You can uncompress. Learn other ways you can use the Files app. If a file is too large to send as a regular attachment, you can also try using Mail Drop.