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title: "Checksum"
url: https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/checksum
language: en
description: "A hash value (MD5, xxHash, SHA-1) computed over a file to verify bit-perfect copies. DIT workflows always verify checksums after copying to confirm no d..."
updated: 2026-10-25
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# Checksum

A hash value (MD5, xxHash, SHA-1) computed over a file to verify bit-perfect copies. DIT workflows always verify checksums after copying to confirm no data corruption.

Workflow, ImageDIT, Assistant EditorOn-set, Dailies

## Related terms

[MD5 verification](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/md5-verification)[Offload](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/offload)[DIT cart](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/dit-cart)

## Articles covering this term

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* [Conform and online: from edit to image finishing

  Complete guide to conform and online workflows: EDL/XML/AAF exchange, metadata management, technical QC, transition to grading and VFX in modern post-production pipelines.](https://postproduction.studio/en/image/conform-online)
* [Post-production workflows and pipelines

  Deep dive into editorial, image finishing, sound, and delivery pipelines. Master the complete post-production ecosystem.](https://postproduction.studio/en/fundamentals/workflows-and-pipelines)
* [What is post-production?

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