Create TAR Archives

TAR, short for Tape Archive, is a popular file format used to bundle multiple files and directories into a single archive. This format is especially common in Unix and Unix-like operating systems for efficient storage, distribution, and backup. In this blog post, we will guide you through how to create TAR files in C# using the powerful Aspose.ZIP for .NET library.

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C# Library to Create TAR Files

To efficiently create TAR archives in C# .NET, we recommend using Aspose.ZIP for .NET. This library streamlines .NET TAR file compression and supports various archive formats, including TAR and GZ. You can easily download the library or install it directly from NuGet using the following command:

> dotnet add package Aspose.Zip

Steps to Create TAR Files in C#

Using Aspose.ZIP for .NET, creating a TAR file is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for efficient TAR file creation in your C# applications:

  1. Instantiate the TAR Archive: Create an object of the TarArchive class.
  2. Add Files to the Archive: Use the TarArchive.CreateEntry(string, string) method to include files in the TAR archive.
  3. Save the Archive: Finally, save your TAR file using the TarArchive.Save(string) method.

Here’s a practical example demonstrating how to create a TAR file in C#:

Get a Free License for the C# TAR Library

You can obtain a free temporary license to create TAR archives without any evaluation limitations. This is an excellent opportunity to explore the full capabilities of the best C# library for TAR creation.

Online TAR Tools

Explore our free online tools to create, compress, and extract TAR files, powered by Aspose.ZIP for .NET. These tools provide a user-friendly interface for handling TAR files without the need for installation.

Conclusion

Creating TAR files in C# is a simple and efficient process with Aspose.ZIP for .NET. This library’s intuitive API allows you to bundle files and directories into TAR archives effortlessly, while also offering features for handling TAR files in C# applications. Whether you are working on a .NET Core TAR file handling tutorial or need to create and extract TAR files in C#, Aspose.ZIP is a versatile tool that meets your needs.

Further Reading

By leveraging the Aspose Plugin and its capabilities, you can perform advanced operations such as creating multi-volume TAR archives in C#, building TAR archives from files, and even utilizing the .NET 6 create TAR archive features. For those using .NET 7, you’ll find the C# .NET TAR file generation process equally seamless. With a starting price of just $99, this library is an invaluable asset for developers looking to enhance their applications with efficient TAR file creation and manipulation.