How do you install zipped files

I have downloaded a zipped file and when I open it to install it I can't find where it goes. I have ended up saving it about ten times. I am new with the apple but this is the first time I have not been able to install a download. Thanks for your help.

If you have downloaded the zipped file from the web, it should go into your "Downloads" folder, based on the preferences in your web browers.
Are you using Safari? If you are, go to the downloads window, right-click, select "Show in Finder".
Once the file is unzipped, you can select the unzipped disk image or installer and launch it to install your application.

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