How to Unzip Files on Your Mac

Are you tired of manually extracting files from a zip folder on your Mac? While macOS provides easy ways to compress and decompress files, there isn't a straightforward method to view the contents of a zip file without extracting everything from it. In this article, we'll explore how to unzip files on your Mac using a simple command in the Terminal.

To begin with, you can easily open a zip folder by double-clicking on it. However, if you want to view the contents of the zip file without extracting all the files, you can use the built-in 'zipinfo' command in the Terminal. This command provides detailed information about the files contained within the zip folder.

To access the Terminal, you can either search for it using Spotlight or navigate to Applications > Utilities > Terminal. Once opened, type `zipinfo 'filename'.zip` and press Enter. Replace `'filename'.zip` with the name of your zip file. This will display a list of all the files contained within the zip folder, along with their sizes, modification dates, and compression ratios.

You can also use the 'unzip' command to extract specific files from the zip folder without having to extract everything. For example, if you want to extract only the 'example.txt' file, you can type `unzip 'filename'.zip example.txt` and press Enter.

In addition to using Terminal commands, there are third-party apps available that provide an easier way to view and manage zip files on your Mac. However, for those who prefer a more manual approach, the 'zipinfo' command is a convenient solution.

Viewing the contents of a zip file without extracting everything from it can be a tedious process. However, by using the built-in 'zipinfo' command in the Terminal, you can easily access the files contained within the zip folder and extract specific files as needed. Whether you prefer to use Terminal commands or third-party apps, there's no shortage of options for managing your zip files on your Mac.

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