Install/Unzip

The Zip file that you are working with contains a software installation package, a desktop theme, or a screen saver. WinZip can assist you with the installation of any of these, or you can treat the file like any other Zip file and simply extract the compressed files to a folder of your choice.

Caution: you should be careful when installing any kind of software, including all of the kinds listed above. Be certain that you trust the source of this Zip file. Do not install anything contained in a Zip file that was attached to an unexpected or suspicious e-mail message. See Security Hints and Tips for additional information.

If you simply wish to extract the files from the Zip file as usual, click Unzip only and then click Next. The WinZip Wizard will proceed to the Unzip panel as usual.

If you want the WinZip Wizard to assist you with installation, click Unzip and install and then click Next. What happens next depends on what is contained in the Zip file:

If the Zip file contains a SETUP or INSTALL program

The Wizard will:

Unzip the software to a temporary folder.
Run the SETUP or INSTALL program.
Delete any temporary files.

If the Zip file contains a desktop theme (but no SETUP or INSTALL)

The WinZip Wizard will:

Allow you to select a theme (if the Zip file contains more than one).
Extract the theme definition file to a temporary folder and analyze it to determine where the theme components should be extracted.
Extract the theme component files.
Run the system theme installer (usually THEMES.EXE) to complete installation.

If the Zip file contains a screen saver (but no desktop theme, SETUP, or INSTALL)

The WinZip Wizard will:

Allow you to select a screen saver (if the Zip file contains more than one).
Extract the screen saver to your Windows folder.
Run the system screen saver control application to complete installation.