This function allows you to bundle remote files into a single ZIP or TAR archive directly on the server before downloading them to your local machine. This is a massive time-saver when dealing with hundreds of small files, as transferring one large archive is significantly faster than transferring many individual items. How to Use the "Archive and Download" Extension
: In the remote (right-side) panel, highlight the files or folders you want to bundle. winscp archive and download
WinSCP provides a dedicated extension for this purpose. It works by executing a remote command (like zip or tar ) via your SSH session. This function allows you to bundle remote files
: Open WinSCP and log in using the SFTP or SCP protocol. WinSCP provides a dedicated extension for this purpose
is one of the most versatile file managers for Windows, but many users don’t realize it can do more than just simple drag-and-drop transfers. One of its most powerful "hidden" features is the "Archive and Download" command.