To unzip files directly in Google Drive, you'll typically need to use a third-party application like "Zip Extractor." Here's how:
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Find a Zip Extractor Application: Search the Google Workspace Marketplace for a suitable zip extractor app. "Zip Extractor" is a popular option.
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Authorize the Application: Once you've chosen a Zip Extractor app, click to install it. You'll need to authorize the app to access your Google Drive.
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Select the Zip File: Locate the zip file you want to extract within your Google Drive.
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Open With Zip Extractor: Right-click on the zip file and select "Open with" followed by the Zip Extractor application you installed.
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Grant Permissions: The Zip Extractor will likely ask for permission to access your Google account. Click "Authorize" and then grant the necessary permissions by clicking "Allow".
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Choose Destination: The app may prompt you to choose a destination folder in your Google Drive to save the extracted files.
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Extract Files: Initiate the extraction process within the Zip Extractor app. The extracted files will be saved to the location you specified.
