Zip | Archive

Cloud services like Dropbox can be used for sharing, or other formats like .7z (7-Zip) or .rar (WinRAR) for higher compression.

Primarily used to reduce file sizes (data compression) and combine multiple files to make sending, sharing, and storing easier. Archive zip

Compresses files to save storage space and decrease transmission time. Cloud services like Dropbox can be used for

On iOS/iPhone, you can select files and select "Compress" to create an Archive.zip , which can then be shared or emailed. Differences: ZIP vs. "Add to Archive" Archive zip