Sometimes it is impossible to download a file because its size is too large. To do this, we use programs to decompress them and be able to access all their content. Traditionally it is a task assigned to computers, but since the emergence of smartphones, it has become a task easily carried out by these devices.
It is possible to compress and decompress small files from our mobile browser; however, it is a somewhat tedious task, so it is more advisable to use an application . For this we have a large number of apps available, but we are only going to highlight the simplest ones for it. Here are the five most accessible applications for this task.
ZArchiver
ZArchiver has an archaic look, straight out of the primitive apps of the early 10s; however, don’t be fooled by its appearance, it is very useful. This compressor allows you to create ZIP, GZIP, TAR or ZST files, in addition to decompressing endless formats, from the common RAR to CHM or DMG. The plurality of formats that this app can handle is amazing .
A curious aspect of ZArchiver lies in the features it has. In addition to the typical zip and unzip routines, we can edit files and even delete folders of files that are still compressed . In turn, it is open source, since it does not include purchases within the app, so it is completely free.
WinZip
Like RAR with WINRAR, WinZip is the portable version of WinZip for computers, although in this case, it does not change its name. It is backed by a great developer like WinZip Computing, so externally it looks more beautiful and less rudimentary than similar applications.
It has a free version and a paid version that contains very interesting extras. If you have the full version you can connect your account from the cloud to access it whenever you want. It also allows you to create, and most importantly, encrypt, ZIP files.
RAR
RAR is the most iconic file compressor for smartphones. It is a portable version of its older sister for computers: WINRAR. Not only does it inherit the fame of its PC version, but it is also a neat application with simple menus. It is only available on Google Play.
Contrary to its name, it is not only capable of compressing and decompressing RAR files, but also ZIP TAR, ISO or GZ, among others . This has made it the queen of applications to compress files. In its latest version, the 16KB limit for GZ files was removed.
7Zipper
This application is more than a file decompressor, it is an explorer that allows you to preview content and manage it. That is why from its store it is announced as “a file explorer” before a decompressor. It is completely free, no premium version, but contains ads. Unfortunately, it is only available on Google Play.
To its ability to extract zip and rar files (among others), we must add its functions as a file explorer. Supports text and images, even in gif format . In addition, it is tremendously interactive, since it allows you to manage the files on your smartphone via Wi-Fi, via ftp and http servers.
Zip & RAR File Extractor
We are facing one of the most used applications by iOS users to operate with compressed files. One of the disadvantages of iOS compared to Android is the lower number of downloadable applications. To alleviate the need for specific applications in the case of Apple, Penghui Zhao designed Zip & RAR File Extractor, a complete tool to solve this situation.
Through its clean menu it is capable of browsing the ZIP, 7Z and RAR files with which you want to operate. It has all the advantages of an application for this operating system, such as saving your files in iTunes or importing them from iCloud . In addition, it allows the transfer from Wi-Fi.
