UnpackPyInstaller

Description

UnpackPyInstaller is a plugin for the 7-Zip file manager that allows users to unpack PyInstaller archives (.exe or .zip files) with ease. Please note that this is a beta version of the plugin; while it is functional, there may be bugs or incomplete features. Your feedback is appreciated as we continue to improve the utility.

Features

• Seamlessly integrates with the 7-Zip file manager.
• Extracts PyInstaller archives (.exe or .zip) effortlessly.
• User-friendly interface for quick access to unpacking features.

Requirements

• 7-Zip installed on your system.

Installation

1. Download and install 7-Zip from 7-zip.org.

2. Clone this repository or download the source code files:

   git clone https://github.com/modz2014/7zip-plugin.git

3. Copy the plugin files to the 7-Zip plugins directory:

   • The typical path for the plugins directory is C:\Program Files\7-Zip\Formats. Place the files in this directory.

Usage

After installation, you can unpack a PyInstaller archive directly through the 7-Zip file manager:

1. Open the 7-Zip File Manager.
2. Navigate to the directory containing your PyInstaller archive.
3. Right-click on the archive file (e.g., example.exe or example.zip).
4. Select the "UnpackPyInstaller" option from the context menu to extract the files.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute, please fork the repository and submit a pull request. Ensure your changes are well-documented and tested.

Acknowledgments

• Thank you to the developers of PyInstaller for their work in packaging Python applications.
• Special thanks to the team behind 7-Zip for providing an excellent compression tool.

Contact

For any inquiries or issues, please open an issue on GitHub