Swift Salamander User Guide / Tools
Create and Open Archives
How to make a ZIP archive from files, and how to open or unpack one.
An archive is one file that holds other files, such as a ZIP file. Creating an archive needs Pro.
Create an Archive
- Select the files or folders. See Select Files.
- Right-click the selection and choose Create Archive….
- Type a name in Archive Name.
- Confirm the dialog.
The archive is made in the same folder as the originals. The originals are kept.
Open an Archive
- Right-click the archive and choose Browse Archive. You can look at the files inside.
Unpack an Archive Here
- Select the archive.
- Open the command palette with ⌘K and choose Extract Archive Here.