If you have a zip file that is larger in size than you would like, there are a few ways to try reducing its size:
Remove unnecessary files: Open the zip file and check if there are any unwanted files or folders. Deleting these can reduce the size of the zip file.
Use a higher compression ratio: When you create a zip file, choose a higher compression ratio. Many compression software, such as 7-Zip, Winrar, or compression tools built into the operating system, allow you to choose the level of compression. High compression levels typically result in smaller files, but may take longer to compress.
Compress a single file: If the zip file contains a single file (such as ** or a document) that is large, you can compress these files separately before adding them to the zip file. For example, use image editing software to reduce the resolution or quality of **, or use a PDF compression tool to compress PDF files.
Split the zip file: If you can't compress the zip file further, consider splitting it into multiple smaller files. Some compression software allows you to create a volume compressed file, which is to split a large file into multiple smaller files.
Choose a more efficient compression format: While zip is one of the most common compression formats, other formats like 7z (used by 7-zip) generally offer more efficient compression. Trying to use these formats may result in smaller compressed files.
Note that the compression effect depends on the type of file. Some file types, such as compressed ** or audio files, may not be significantly reduced by compression. When working with important data, it is important to always keep a backup of the original files in case of data loss due to the compression process.