How to Delete Duplicate Zip Files

Zip File Type

Zip is the most commonly used archive file format. It is supported by almost all file compression utilities. Even companies like Microsoft use it as a built-in file format to compress personal documents, Windows files when drive compression is enabled.

File Origin

The process of creating new zip files, adding files to existing Zip files causes duplication of files. If you’re looking for ways to make your computer faster and smoother, delete all duplicate Zip files.

Why you should manage duplicates?

File Organization Benefits:

  •         Spend less time organizing files stored on your PC
  •         Keep only original copies of files
  •         Categorize your files as Documents, Images, Music, Archives

Performance Benefits:

  •         Clean-up the mess in your PC. Get rid of unwanted files and stuff.
  •         Recover a large portion of your hard drive consumed by unnecessary files
  •         Speed up your PC, restore lost performance
  •         Make Windows and programs run faster and smoother
  •         Prevent your PC from freezing/ lagging, taking longer time to boot

What are the various way to delete duplicate Zip files?

1. Using Clone Files Checker:

Clone Files Checker is a duplicate file cleaner utility program. Download the program and add new folders that contain Zip files. After successfully adding the same, customize the scan. Select Custom > Archives. A new selection dialog will appear on your screen, select Quick-Fix or Review & Fix.

2. Manual Procedure:

Alternatively, you may also use the Search feature in Windows to remove zip duplicate files. Just use the Search box on the upper right corner of your screen to type a file extension; say .zip

Search results will accumulate on your screen. Sort them out by title; not based on file types or sizes. Use the Ribbon interface in case of Windows 8.1/ 8. In case of earlier versions, right-click an empty area of your screen and sort them out properly.