CalHash

CalHash is a handy tool that helps you calculate hashes, which are like checksums, for your files. You might be wondering why this matters. Well, hashes ensure that the files you download aren't corrupt and show you if someone tampered with them while they were being sent to your device.

Why Use CalHash?

This app makes it super simple to work with hashes. It supports different algorithms and keeps a log of everything you've done. So, whether you're checking one file or many, you can easily keep track of your operations.

Easy-to-Use Interface

The user interface is straightforward. Just pick the algorithm you want to use, load your file, and check out all the info in the main window. You'll see details like the file's path, size, checksum, and even its icon! Plus, if you need to find it quickly in Finder, there's an option for that too.

Check Your Hashes

After calculating a checksum, you can paste a hash value from somewhere else—like one given by a software publisher—into the designated field at the bottom of the window. The app will compare them for you! If they match, awesome! If not, then something's up with that file—it could be corrupted or modified by someone.

No Need to Write Everything Down

If you're working through multiple files but don't want to jot down each hash value manually, no worries! Just check the log later; it keeps track of all paths, algorithms used, and checksums from your current session or previous ones.

Log Management Made Easy

You can set it up so that the log window opens automatically when you launch CalHash. Plus, if you'd rather not keep any logs after closing it down? You can do that too!

Room for Improvement

It would be cool if CalHash allowed drag-and-drop features or let users process multiple files at once. If you're looking to handle lots of files quickly as part of your workflow, this might not fit perfectly. But for checking individual files’ hashes? It’s definitely a solid choice!

If you're ready to try out CalHash, head over to SoftPas now!