Compress Log Files on Windows

3 Feb, 2021·
AlexIn Tech
AlexIn Tech
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Compress Log Files on Windows

  1. Enable the view for compressed files:
    View options

Show Compressed NTFS files

  1. Enable compression. Right-click on a folder > Properties > Advanced:

Enable compression

Conclusion: The folder will appear in blue once compressed. This method is very effective for text-based files like logs.

Compressed Folder

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Alexis is a SysOps Engineer and IT teacher at ETML in Lausanne. Rooted in systems and infrastructure, he combines automation and custom development with a growing interest in AI to solve practical problems. He offers IT consulting, custom solutions, and hosting.