ZIP File Extractor

Extract a single file from ZIP archive by exact path

Click to upload file or drag and drop file here

Maximum file size: 500MB Supported formats: application/zip, application/x-zip-compressed

Enter the exact file path from the archive. Use preview tool to see available files.

Key Facts

Category
Conversion & Encoding
Input Types
file, text
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The ZIP File Extractor allows you to quickly retrieve a specific file from a large ZIP archive without needing to decompress the entire folder. By providing the exact file path, you can isolate and download only the data you need, saving time and local storage space.

When to Use

  • •When you need to extract one specific document from a massive archive.
  • •When you want to avoid decompressing hundreds of unnecessary files.
  • •When you are working on a device with limited storage capacity.

How It Works

  • •Upload your ZIP archive using the file selector.
  • •Use the preview tool to identify the exact path of the file you wish to extract.
  • •Enter the file path into the input field and click the extract button to download your single file.

Use Cases

Retrieving a single configuration file from a large software distribution package.
Extracting one specific log file from a compressed server backup.
Isolating a single image or document from a large collection of archived assets.

Examples

1. Extracting a specific log file

System Administrator
Background
A server backup archive contains thousands of log files, making it difficult to find the one relevant to a recent error.
Problem
Need to isolate 'logs/2023-10-12/error.log' without downloading the entire 400MB archive.
How to Use
Upload the backup ZIP, enter the path 'logs/2023-10-12/error.log', and extract.
Example Config
filePath: logs/2023-10-12/error.log
Outcome
The specific error log is downloaded instantly, allowing for immediate troubleshooting.

2. Retrieving a single asset from a design pack

Graphic Designer
Background
A client sent a massive ZIP file containing hundreds of design assets, but only one specific icon is needed for the current project.
Problem
Avoid the clutter of extracting the entire asset library to the local machine.
How to Use
Upload the design ZIP, identify the path 'icons/vector/logo_final.svg' via preview, and extract.
Example Config
filePath: icons/vector/logo_final.svg
Outcome
The required logo file is extracted directly to the computer, keeping the workspace clean.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

Can I extract multiple files at once?

No, this tool is designed to extract a single file per operation based on its exact path.

How do I find the correct file path?

You can use the built-in preview tool to list all files and their directory structures within the ZIP archive.

Is there a limit to the ZIP file size?

Yes, the tool supports ZIP files up to 500MB.

Does this tool modify the original ZIP file?

No, the original archive remains unchanged; the tool simply reads the content and extracts the requested file.

What happens if the file path is incorrect?

The tool will return an error message indicating that the specified file path could not be found within the archive.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/zip-selective-extract

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
zipFile file (Upload required) Yes -
filePath text Yes Enter the exact file path from the archive. Use preview tool to see available files.

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/zip-selective-extract to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-zip-selective-extract": {
      "name": "zip-selective-extract",
      "description": "Extract a single file from ZIP archive by exact path",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=zip-selective-extract",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]