Extracting a password-protected ZIP using Windows 10
Using Windows' integrated file compression and decompression tool, it is possible to open password-protected ZIP files. First, search for the file on your PC and double-click it. That should let you see its contents.
Issues may occur when opening the ZIP files or extracting them to a new folder on your computer. In both cases, Windows will display a pop-up window warning that the files are password protected. Type the password in the Password text box and press Ok on the right side.
Extracting password-protected ZIP files using WinRAR
WinRAR is a popular file compression and decompression software that supports password-protected ZIP files. First, you must make sure you have the software installed on your PC. If it is not installed, download the executable from the green Download button below.
Once you have the software installed and ready to use, find the password-protected ZIP file you want to open. Now, you have two different options to open it. With a double click, you can see the content of the file as you would with the system's integrated tool.
When you try to open a specific file or move it to another directory on your hard drive, you will be asked for the password. Type the password in the text box and click Ok at the bottom of the window.
Your second option is to use the context menu options. When you install WinRAR and if you do not specify otherwise, its options will be added to the Windows context menu. Find the file, right-click it, and select the option you are interested in.
Depending on the option chosen, you will be able to see the content as in the previous case or the same window will appear directly for you to enter your password. Do it, click on the Ok button and you will be able to work with the files inside without any problem.
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