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7za Command: Encrypt Existing Archive
Use for encrypt existing archive with 7za. Exact CLI syntax to encrypt existing archive using 7za.
When to use this: Use for encrypt existing archive with 7za.
Command Syntax
7za a <path/to/encrypted.7z> -p<password> -mhe=<on> <path/to/archive.7z>7za a <path/to/encrypted.7z> -p<password> -mhe=<on> <path/to/archive.7z>Command Breakdown
-p<password>- Command Option
- Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
-mhe=<on>- Command Option
- Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to encrypt existing archive using 7za.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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