About this tag
The tar archives tag on WindowsForum.com covers creating and extracting TAR archives using built-in Windows tools. Recent discussions highlight that Windows 11 version 24H2 File Explorer natively supports TAR, ZIP, and 7z archives, allowing users to compress and extract without third-party software. For Windows 10, built-in support is limited to ZIP, so command-line methods may be needed for TAR. The tag includes practical guidance on using the Compress to and Extract All options in File Explorer, as well as compatibility notes across Windows versions. This tag is useful for users seeking to manage TAR files on Windows without additional applications.
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    Extract and Create 7z, TAR, and ZIP Archives with Windows 11 File Explorer

    Windows 11 version 24H2 can create and extract ZIP, 7z, and TAR archives directly in File Explorer—no separate archiving app is required. Select files or a folder, use Compress to to create an archive, or use Extract All to unpack one. Windows 10 File Explorer supports built-in ZIP creation and...