Convert GZ to TGZ
How to convert gz files to tgz format using command-line tools or 7-Zip for Windows.
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How to convert gz to tgz file
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Understanding gz and tgz file formats
GZ files are compressed archives created using the GNU zip (gzip) compression algorithm. They typically contain a single file and are widely used on Unix and Linux systems for reducing file size.
TGZ files, on the other hand, are tarball archives that have been compressed with gzip. The .tgz extension is a shorthand for .tar.gz, indicating a tar archive that has been compressed. TGZ files can contain multiple files and directories, making them ideal for packaging software or collections of files.
How to convert gz to tgz
Since a gz file usually contains a single file, converting it to a tgz involves two steps: decompressing the gz file and then creating a tar archive (and compressing it again with gzip). This process is straightforward on Unix-like systems.
Best software for gz to tgz conversion
The most reliable way to perform this conversion is by using the command line on Linux or macOS. Windows users can use tools like 7-Zip or PeaZip.
- Linux/macOS: Use the terminal with the following commands:
gunzip filename.gz tar -czf filename.tgz filename
This will first extract the file from the gz archive and then create a new tgz archive.
- Windows: Use 7-Zip:
- Right-click the .gz file and select 7-Zip → Extract Here.
- Select the extracted file, right-click, and choose 7-Zip → Add to archive....
- Set the archive format to tar, then click OK.
- Right-click the new .tar file, select 7-Zip → Add to archive... again, and set the archive format to gzip with the extension .tgz.
Online converters
There are also online tools like Convertio or Zamzar that can handle gz to tgz conversion, but for privacy and speed, local tools are recommended.
Summary
Converting gz to tgz is a simple process involving extraction and re-archiving. For best results, use command-line tools on Unix systems or 7-Zip on Windows.
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GZ vs TGZ: format comparison
How the GZ and TGZ formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.
| Property | .GZ gzip | .TGZ GZIP-compressed Tar Archive |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Both |
| Compression ratio | Medium | High |
| Encryption | No | No |
| Split archives | No | — |
| Recovery record | No | No |
| Operating system support | Wide | Wide |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Open standard | Partly open | Yes |
| Introduced | 1992 | 1992 |
| Developer | GNU Project | Free Software Foundation / GNU Project (gzip format; tar from POSIX/Unix tradition) |
| MIME type | application/gzip | application/gzip |