Tmp.7z Info

Many developers use a script to create a temporary .7z file before renaming it to a final version (e.g., adding a timestamp). Delete any existing tmp.7z . Run 7z a tmp.7z [files] . Rename tmp.7z to Backup_2026-04-28.7z . 3. Troubleshooting "cannot open file tmp.7z.tmp"

Ensure you have or Write permissions for the folder where you are saving the archive. Try running your terminal or 7-Zip GUI as an Administrator. 4. Security Warning tmp.7z

7-Zip creates temporary files in the target directory (where the final archive will live), not necessarily your current working directory. Many developers use a script to create a temporary

Are you trying to a backup with this file, or are you getting an error message when trying to open it? Fresh Windows install triggers Windows Defender, breaks tmp.7z