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File

A file represents the content of a digital document stored on a file system, which itself relies on a storage medium (hard drive, SSD, USB stick, CD, DVD, etc.). Each file is defined by its media type, extension, size, and SHA-256 hash fingerprint.

Each file is unique, so two files cannot share the same SHA-256 hash. This mechanism ensures storage space optimization in the Djehooty application by avoiding unnecessary duplication.

All files imported into the Djehooty application are duplicated and placed in the User Directory folder. Your original files are therefore never manipulated.

Supported Files​

All file types are supported and can be imported into Djehooty.

Import a File​

To import a file into Djehooty, drag and drop your files from your computer's file explorer into the designated area on the Import page.

Import a document

You can also browse for the files you want to import by clicking on the Drag/Drop box.

The import runs as a background task asynchronously and will create the file, file instance, and document in the database, copy the file to the User Directory folder, and also generate the associated thumbnail.

You can then go to the Documents tab to view the files you just imported.