Expand an archive - delete archive when done
Expand an Archive is a utility app that automatically extracts compressed archive files (such as ZIP, RAR, and other common formats) and then deletes the original archive file once extraction is complete. This automation tool is designed for Mac users who regularly work with downloaded or received archive files and want to streamline their workflow by eliminating the manual steps of extracting and then cleaning up the compressed file. It's particularly useful for keeping downloads folders organized and reducing clutter. The app operates as a droplet, allowing users to drag and drop archive files directly onto it for processing.
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1 suggestionThis app appears to be an older utility built by Aladdin Systems (StuffIt era), and the bundle ID indicates it's an unmaintained Intel-only droplet. No current native Apple Silicon version or active developer support is available. For modern archive expansion, macOS 11+ includes native Archive Utility as a standard feature—which handles ZIP, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, and other common formats natively and automatically. For more advanced archive needs (RAR, 7z, etc.), consider The Unarchiver, a free, actively maintained, native Apple Silicon app with a clean interface and support for dozens of formats. If you specifically need automation that deletes the original after extraction, you can create a simple Automator workflow or shell script to replicate that behavior with native tools.
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