File Compression and Decompression Tool Overview This Python-based graphical application provides functionality for file compression and decompression. The tool allows users to compress multiple files into a ZIP archive and decompress existing ZIP archives. It includes features like password protection for compressed files and detailed file metadata display.

Features

1. File Compression Compress multiple files into a ZIP archive. Option to password-protect the ZIP archive. Supports both regular and AES-encrypted ZIP compression.
2. File Decompression Decompress ZIP archives. Handles password-protected ZIP archives securely.
3. File Details Display Displays metadata of files selected for compression or decompression, including: File name File size Creation and modification dates MD5 and SHA1 hashes File extension
4. User Interface Built with Tkinter for simplicity and usability. Includes: A scrolled text widget for output and feedback. Stylish buttons using Tkinter's ttk module. Code Structure Main Components File Metadata Formatting

format_file_details(file_path) Gathers and formats file details. calculate_hash(file_path, hash_alg) Calculates MD5 or SHA1 hashes for files. Compression Logic

compression_action(output_text) Handles file selection, password input, and ZIP creation. Supports AES encryption via the pyzipper library. Decompression Logic

decompression_action(output_text) Handles file selection and extraction. Manages password-protected archives. Graphical User Interface

Developed with Tkinter and ttk. Buttons for compression, decompression, clearing output, and exiting. Scrolled text widget for output messages. Utility Functions

clear_output(output_text) Clears the output display. logout(output_text) Displays a logout message and exits the application. Banners The application includes ASCII art banners for:

Main interface. Creator credits. File details section. Exit message. Usage Running the Application Ensure Python 3.x and required libraries are installed: pip install pyzipper Run the script using: python finalcode.py Interaction Compress Files Click the "Compression" button. Select files and configure options (e.g., password protection). Decompress Files Click the "Decompression" button. Select a ZIP archive and provide a password if required. Clear Output Click "Clear Output" to reset the output text area. Exit Application Click "Exit" to close the application. Dependencies Python 3.x Libraries: tkinter (built-in) pyzipper hashlib os time datetime Enhancements Potential enhancements include:

Adding support for additional archive formats. Improving password strength validation. Including error recovery mechanisms for failed operations. Enjoy using the File Compression and Decompression Tool!