How to compress 42mb folder to send it in mail

A common problem!

There are several ways to compress a large folder to send it via email. Here are a few methods:

Method 1: Zip the folder

1. Right-click on the folder and select "Send to" > "Compressed (zipped) folder".
2. This will create a new zip file with the same name as the folder, but with a .zip extension.
3. The zip file will be significantly smaller than the original folder, making it easier to send via email.

Method 2: Use WinZip or 7-Zip

1. Download and install WinZip or 7-Zip, a free compression software.
2. Right-click on the folder and select "Add to archive" (WinZip) or "Compress" (7-Zip).
3. Choose a compression level (e.g., "Best" or "Fast") and select a location to save the compressed file.
4. The compressed file will be created, which you can then attach to an email.

Method 3: Use the built-in compression tool in Windows

1. Right-click on the folder and select "Properties".
2. Click on the "General" tab and then click on the "Advanced" button.
3. In the "Advanced Attributes" window, check the box next to "Compress contents to save disk space".
4. Click "OK" to apply the changes.
5. The folder will be compressed, and you can then attach the compressed folder to an email.

Method 4: Use an online compression tool

1. Upload your folder to an online compression tool like WeTransfer, Dropbox, or Google Drive.
2. Use the tool's built-in compression feature to reduce the file size.
3. Share the compressed file via email or download it to your computer.

Tips:

• Make sure to choose a compression level that balances file size with compression ratio.
• If you're sending a large folder, consider breaking it down into smaller parts and compressing each part separately.
• Be aware that some email providers may have file size limits or restrictions on sending large files. Check with your email provider before sending a large compressed file.

I hope these methods help you compress your 42MB folder and send it via email!