Resolve compressed file (Zip, RAR) release error in window

When a compressed file does not open or is corrupted troubleshooting problems may require checking the compression program, checking for file damage, and adjusting system preferences.

Table of Contents

• Causes and symptoms of decompression file release error
• Quickly troubleshoot
• Check compression program and file status
• Advanced and additional troubleshooting methods
• Frequently asked questions
• Step-by-step checklist

1. Cause and symptoms of decompression file release error

In Windows, an error in decompressing files might appear as follows

• Output error messages when opening or releasing compressed files
• Compressed file contents are only partially visible, or stopped while releasing
• Displays a warning message that the compressed file is corrupted

The main causes are as follows:

• Damage to the compressed file itself
• Uncompressed program (e.g., Aljip, Bandyjip, WinRAR) issue
• Error downloading file
• System permissions or file path issues

2. Troubleshooting quickly

Use the latest version of the compression program

Older compression programs may not support the latest format or may cause errors:

1. Install reliable compression programs such as Aljip, Bandyjip, WinRAR, etc.
2. Check that the program is up to date and update it if necessary
3. Open files alternately using multiple programs

Re-download file

If an error occurs during downloading, the compressed file may be damaged. Please download the file from the original location again.

3. Check compression program and file status

Check for file damage

Open the same file on another PC or a friend’s computer. If the same error occurs, the file itself is damaged.

Check System Permissions and Paths

If the compressed file is in a deep folder (path length greater than 255 characters) or a folder that requires administrator privileges, an error can occur:

1. Move compressed files to simple locations such as desktop
2. Using ‘Run as Administrator’ when decompressing

4. Advanced and additional troubleshooting methods

Use the Compressed File Recovery feature

Some compression programs (for example, WinRAR) have the ability to recover corrupted compressed files:

1. Choose a file after WinRAR
2. Choose ‘Tools’ → ‘Recover Corrupted Compressed Files’ from the top menu
3. Try to release back to recovered file

Free temporary folder and disk space

If you don’t have enough temporary folder space when decompressing, you can get an error, so make sure you have enough free space with disk organization.

Check system files

Problems with Windows system files can also affect decompression. Open the command prompt with administrator privileges and run sfc/scannow to check system files.

5. Frequently Asked Questions

• Q1: When do decompression errors usually occur?
  A: It is caused by various reasons such as file corruption, program problems, download errors, lack of privileges, etc
• Q2: How does the file recovery function work?
  A: For partially damaged compressed files, even some data can be recovered and opened.
• Q3: Why is path error important?
  A: If the path is long or complicated, Windows may not recognize the file properly.

6. Step-by-step checklist

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1	Updates compression program and reloads files
2	Test other PCs for file damage
3	Change file location and execute administrator privileges
4	Compressed file recovery, disk space check
5	Checking System Files and Troubleshooting Additional Issues

Finish

Compressed file release error can come from a variety of causes, including file corruption, program problems, path and permission problems. Most problems can be solved directly by checking step by step and utilizing multiple compression programs, file recovery capabilities, etc.