Windows Zip Extraction Bug - Use Zip Extractor
Windows has a known bug when extracting zip files, where upon extraction the folder is empty. The best solution is to workaround it using Zip Extractor:
How to Use ZIP Extractor
1. Open a ZIP File:
- Go to https://zipextractor.com
- Click 'Open ZIP from Computer' or 'Open ZIP from Google Drive'
- You can also drag and drop a ZIP file into the browser window
2. View Contents:
- Once the ZIP file is loaded, you'll see a list of the files inside
- Click on individual files to preview or download them
3. Extract Files:
- Click the 'Extract' button
- ZIP Extractor will create a new folder in Google Drive with the extracted files
Can You Extract to Your Computer?
Yes, but with limitations:
- You can download individual files from the ZIP archive to your computer manually
- Bulk extraction directly to your local computer is not supported in one click
- ZIP Extractor is designed primarily for Google Drive integration
Workaround:
- After opening the ZIP file, select and download each file you need to your computer