Compress Folder To Zip File Step

The Compress Folder to Zip File step makes a .zip archive from a folder you choose. You can use this step to put files together for storage, sending, or backup in your automated tasks.

How to Use the Compress Folder to Zip File Step

Add this step to your process to compress a folder into one .zip file.

Step 1: Add the Step to Your Process

1. Drag and drop the Compress Folder to Zip File step into your workflow.
2. Click the step to set up its properties.

Parameters Explained

Step Name (Optional)

• A custom name for the step. This helps you find the step in your process.

Compression File Path (Required)

• The full path to the folder you want to compress.
• You can type in a direct path or use a string variable you already have.
• Example: C:\MyDocuments\ProjectFolder

Destination Path (Required)

• The full path where the new .zip file will be saved, including the .zip file's name.
• You can type in a direct path or use a string variable you already have.
• Example: C:\Archives\ProjectArchive.zip

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