Quickly show & compare file hash value

[Linkeree]

I wish there is easier and quicker way to show and compare hash values of files instead of navigating through File Special menu. Hash values should be available in the Info Panel's Properties or Meta tabs (plus an option to select default hash values shown, all or just some). The comparison can be done by filling in / pasting hash value in a field (underneath calculated hash values) and showing a check or cross mark depending they're equal or not.

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[neil9090]

Using the address bar you could type

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::#198

or create a button to do the same

or if you want a specific hash type, some simple script code like;

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::text hash("sha512",<cc_item>,1) // no progress quicker
// do not use ,2 as this if for TEXT (parameter 2)
::text hash("sha512",<cc_item>,3) // with progress slightly slower
::text hash("sha512",,3) // works also

I currently have a column that can if needed create a [filename].hashes file with the hash stored on the file system, alternatively you could just use an extra column to store it.
Obviously if the file gets corrupted you compare with the original tagged file version...