Question 1

How do I create a ZIP archive?

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Upload multiple files using the button above. You can drag and drop files or select them from your device. Once all files are uploaded, click create and our tool will combine them into a single ZIP archive. Download the ZIP file which contains all your files compressed together.

Question 2

What file types can be included in a ZIP?

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Any file type can be included in a ZIP archive: documents, images, videos, spreadsheets, PDFs, and more. There are no restrictions on file formats. ZIP is a universal container format that works with all file types.

Question 3

How many files can I add to a ZIP?

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You can add multiple files to create your archive. The free tool supports a combined total file size of up to 100MB. For creating larger archives or including many files, ChatSlide AI offers extended limits.

Question 4

Will my files be compressed?

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Yes, files are compressed using standard ZIP compression. The compression ratio depends on file types. Documents and text files compress significantly, while already-compressed files like JPG, PNG, and MP3 see minimal additional compression.

Question 5

Can I add password protection to the ZIP?

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ChatSlide AI offers password-protected ZIP creation using AES encryption. The free tool creates standard unprotected ZIP archives. Password protection is useful for sharing sensitive files securely.

Question 6

Will folder structure be preserved?

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The free tool creates a flat archive with all files at the root level. ChatSlide AI supports maintaining folder structure when you upload folders, preserving your file organization within the ZIP archive.

Question 7

How much smaller will the ZIP be?

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Compression varies by content. Text files, documents, and uncompressed images may see 50-90% reduction. Already-compressed files (JPG, PNG, MP4) typically see minimal reduction (1-5%). The overall savings depend on your file mix.

Question 8

Can everyone open ZIP files?

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Yes, ZIP is universally supported. Windows, Mac, and Linux have built-in ZIP support. Smartphones can open ZIP files with default apps or free utilities. No special software is needed to extract ZIP contents.

Question 9

What is the maximum total file size?

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The free tool supports a combined total of up to 100MB across all files. This covers most typical file bundling needs. ChatSlide AI offers extended limits for larger archives.

Question 10

How long does ZIP creation take?

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Most ZIP archives are created in 5-30 seconds depending on total file size and count. Larger files take longer to compress and package. The process is fully automated.

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