Zip files compress your folders or files and save storage on your computer. They're also easier to send from device to device. Here's how to make one.

Here’s how to create a folder on the desktop for both Windows and Mac. It’s takes only seconds and then you have a handy spot for the things you use most.

To make a file hidden, or to unhide a file, right-click on it and choose Properties and General: You'll see the Hidden check box at the bottom.

But if you prefer to keep local copies of your Office files, or if you use alternative cloud storage services such as Google Drive, you should force Office to save files to your computer.