When managing a large photo collection, consistency is everything. Photo Supreme is a powerful digital asset management (DAM) tool, but like any catalog-based system, it depends on accurate links between your database and your actual files. This is where the Verify Folder feature becomes a lifesaver.

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What Is Verify Folder?

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The Verify Folder Tool ensures that the contents of your Photo Supreme catalog match what’s actually stored on your drives. Since Photo Supreme references files instead of embedding them, changes made outside of the program, like renaming, moving, or editing files, can lead to mismatches. Verify Folder helps you catch and correct these.

In short: it’s your sync-check tool, keeping the catalog honest and reliable.

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Verification Modes

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Photo Supreme offers several ways to run a verification:

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• Verify Folder Quick: A faster option that checks file size and modification dates. This is the designated verification method in Photo Supreme because of its excellent performance-to-accuracy balance, making it ideal for routine use.

• Verify Folder Binary: A thorough check that goes beyond file size and timestamps, comparing binary signatures to detect even subtle changes. Best when accuracy is critical.

• Scan for Missing Folders: Detects folders that exist on disk but not in the catalog (or the other way around).

• Scan for Missing Files: Identifies files that are missing from either the catalog or your drive.

• Scan for Missing Folders and Files: A complete sweep for both kinds of mismatches.

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Why Use Verify Folder?

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If you’ve ever wondered, "Did I delete this file or just forget to import it?" then Verify Folder is your answer.

 

Here’s how it benefits you:

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• Maintains Catalog Integrity: Avoids broken references or missing entries.

• Catches External Changes: If you use external editors, cloud sync tools, or manual file moves, the catalog stays accurate.

• Simplifies Cleanup: Easily spot files to import or references to remove.

• Saves Time in Multi-User Environments: Keeps everyone’s view consistent when working on shared catalogs.

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Scheduled Verification

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Starting with the 2023 release, Photo Supreme introduced scheduled folder verification. Instead of manually running checks, you can now set specific times for folders to be verified automatically. This is especially useful if:

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• You frequently update photos outside of Photo Supreme.

• You manage shared catalogs in a server environment.

• You want peace of mind that your catalog is always up-to-date without extra clicks.
   

Scheduling turns Verify Folder from a maintenance task into a background safety net.

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How to Use It

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• Manual Run:

  • Navigate to your Folder in the left-side panel.

  • Right-click on the folder and select Verify Folder, and choose your preferred mode.
     

• Scheduled Verification:

  • Navigate to your Folder in the left-side panel.

  • Right-click on the folder and select Verify Folder, and Schedule Verify Folder

  • In the scheduling panel, set your preferred folders and times for automatic verification.

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Final Thoughts

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Photo Supreme’s Verify Folder feature is more than a maintenance tool: it's a safeguard for your workflow. Whether you’re a casual photographer keeping track of edits or a professional running a multi-user setup, verification ensures your catalog reflects reality. And with scheduling, it’s easier than ever to keep your photo library in sync.

If consistency, reliability, and peace of mind matter to you, make Verify Folder a regular part of your Photo Supreme routine.

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