To turn off file and folder compression in Windows 10, follow these steps:
Disabling Compression for Files and Folders
You can disable compression on a file-by-file or folder-by-folder basis using the following method.
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Open File Explorer:
- Start by opening Windows Explorer (also known as File Explorer). You can do this by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar, or by pressing Windows key + E.
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Locate the file or folder:
- Navigate to the file or folder you wish to disable compression for.
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Access Properties:
- Right-click on the selected file or folder.
- Select Properties from the context menu. This will open the Properties dialog box.
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Open Advanced Attributes:
- In the Properties dialog box, go to the General tab.
- Click on the Advanced button, which will open the Advanced Attributes dialog box.
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Disable Compression:
- In the Advanced Attributes dialog box, find the option labeled "Compress contents to save disk space".
- Uncheck (clear) the checkbox next to this option.
- Click OK to close the Advanced Attributes dialog box.
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Apply Changes:
- Click Apply or OK in the main Properties dialog box to save the changes.
By following these steps, you will disable compression for the specific file or folder.
Note: The process must be repeated for each file or folder that needs to have compression disabled. This method only removes compression from existing files and folders and prevents new files in that location from being compressed automatically.
