Compress XER format using C#

XER Compression Overview

Aspose.ZIP for .NET offers a high-performance C# API for compressing XER source files and project assets in .NET projects. You can process individual files or collections, use streams for I/O, and tune compression levels to match storage and transfer needs. This is handy when bundling project files for handoff. Create ZIP, 7Zip, TAR, GZIP, and other archives without external utilities, and use encryption options when you need to protect XER data. This provides a practical way to automate packaging and reduce storage footprints in .NET solutions.

  PM> Install-Package Aspose.ZIP

C# Example: Compress XER Files Programmatically

The snippet below illustrates the basic API workflow for compressing a XER file, including archive creation, entry addition, and saving the final ZIP output.

Compress XER file via .NET:

    var dir = "full directory path";
    using (var arch = new Archive())
    {
    arch.CreateEntry("filename.xer", dir+"file.xer");
    arch.Save(dir+"archived_result.zip");
    }

FAQ

Can I compress multiple XER files into a single ZIP archive using C#

1. Yes. Aspose.ZIP for .NET allows you to load and compress multiple XER files by adding each file as an entry to the Archive object. You can combine individual files, folders, or streams into a single ZIP archive through a straightforward C# workflow.

Does Aspose.ZIP for .NET reduce the original quality of XER files?

2. No. Aspose.ZIP performs lossless compression, meaning that the content and quality of your XER files remain unchanged. The library only reduces file size by applying efficient archive compression algorithms without altering the actual data inside the file.

Can I password-protect ZIP archives that contain XER files?

3. Yes. The library supports password protection and AES encryption, allowing you to securely package sensitive XER files. You can specify encryption settings when creating entries or during the archive-generation process.