Hey everyone, I’m not tech-savvy but I use Google Drive a lot. I want to make sure my files are uploading correctly. Right now, I’m using the OAuth 2.0 Playground to get file info, including MD5 checksums. But it’s a hassle and shows too much extra stuff.
I’m looking for an easier way to check MD5 checksums for my uploaded files. Maybe there’s an app for this? It’s weird that the Details pane in Google Drive doesn’t show checksums, only file size.
Does anyone know a simpler method to view or list MD5 checksums for Google Drive files? It would be super helpful for confirming successful uploads. Thanks in advance for any tips or suggestions!
I’ve been in your shoes, Alex. Verifying file integrity on Google Drive can be a real pain. After some trial and error, I found a desktop app called ‘CloudHASH’ that’s been a game-changer for me. It integrates with Google Drive and lets you easily view and compare MD5 checksums for your files.
Another option I’ve used is a Chrome extension called ‘MD5 Checker for Google Drive’. It adds a right-click option to get the MD5 hash directly from the Drive interface. Not as comprehensive as CloudHASH, but it’s handy for quick checks.
These tools have saved me hours of manual work and headaches. Just remember to be cautious with third-party apps and always check their privacy policies before granting access to your Drive.
As someone who’s dealt with this issue, I can recommend using rclone. It’s a command-line tool that works well with Google Drive and can calculate MD5 checksums. You’ll need to set it up initially, but once configured, it’s straightforward to use.
Here’s a basic command to get MD5 checksums:
rclone md5sum gdrive:path/to/file
This will output the MD5 hash along with the file name. You can even use it to compare local and remote files. It’s not as user-friendly as a GUI app, but it’s efficient and reliable for regular checks.
Just be aware that rclone requires some technical know-how to set up. If you’re comfortable with command-line tools, it’s worth exploring.
hey alex, have u tried using the google drive api directly? there’s some python scripts out there that can grab md5 checksums for you. might be easier than oauth playground. just google ‘python google drive md5’ and you should find some examples. good luck!