QuickHash GUI for PC

QuickHash GUI for Windows

v 3.3.0|Ted Smith

Technical Details

Category
Desktop
Sub Category
Database
License
Free
Requirements
Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 8
Language
English
Author
Ted Smith
Version
3.3.0
Size
9.86 MB

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Windows file hash tool free

QuickHash GUI Windows is a cross-platform hashing program for Windows that makes it easy for you to compare documents. It allows you to compare hash values between files and folders. You'll be able to see how important it is to make sure that copies of folders or files are identical to the original.

This is especially useful if you work on large documents. Instead of opening each version and manually checking them, or using apps that have tools built in, you can hash the original file before you copy or move it. You can also use hashing to quickly check if a file was damaged during copying or transferring. Windows PowerShell is an alternative to QuickHash GUI. If you just want to check if your computer has duplicates, Auslogics Duplicate file Finder is a good choice.

Why would I have to hash a file, you ask?

Let's look at a real-life situation to answer this question.

Someone has created a long document and sent an encrypted copy to you. You find that the file has been corrupted when you open it. It is possible to recover it. But how can you be sure it isn't corrupted and is a true copy?

Some encrypted files will not change the last modified date or file size. This means that even if your colleague resends the original file, there is no quick way to verify the integrity of the copy. It will only take a few seconds if your colleague has scanned the original file.

Is QuickHash secure?

Yes. It is possible to download it from a trusted site.

QuickHash is an open source data hashing tool. However, you should be aware that other sites may bundle malicious or unwanted software with the QuickHash file.

Is QuickHash available for free?

You can download it from our recommended site for free. You can also make a voluntary donation to support the development of the site.

Isn't Windows PowerShell able to do the same thing as Windows PowerShell?

Yes.

PowerShell is not intuitive for most users, however, because it has a very basic interface. QuickHash allows you to access the hashing facility through a very user-friendly interface.

Clean interface

QuickHash's interface is simple and clean. This makes it easy to use for those with less experience in Windows.

QuickHash is a very useful tool, regardless of whether you are an IT professional or a general user. If you are having problems with files or folders, QuickHash could help you save a lot of time.