Unable to expand "filename.zip" into "Downloads". (Error 2 - No such file or directory.)

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johnnydrako Author

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Unable to expand "filename.zip" into "Downloads". (Error 2 - No such file or directory.)

This is the dialog I see after attempting to open a zip file by double-clicking on it.

I have been working with my new MacBook Air three days after 25 years on PC.

Thanks in advance for any help you may offer.

Posted on Jun 22, 2014 9:22 PM

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Answer 1

Jun 22, 2014 9:26 PM in response to johnnydrako

Hmm. Try dragging it to your Desktop and double click to open.

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Answer 2

sberman

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Jun 22, 2014 9:33 PM in response to johnnydrako

If all else fails, you might try downloading the (free) unarchiver for Mac. The program knows how to handle complicated ZIP files. (Apple native software can handle standard ZIP files well.) Here is a review of the product and a link to the download:

http://download.cnet.com/The-Unarchiver/3000-2250_4-10655313.html

I have no financial interest in either the product or CNET. I have used the unarchiver and am satisfied with its results.

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