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Compress with Password¶

Protect selected files and folders with an AES-256 encrypted ZIP. MenuSmith asks for the password when the Action runs and never stores it in the Menu Action.

• Access: MenuSmith Pro
• Finder availability: Files & folders

See the Compress with Password overview and screenshots on the MenuSmith website.

Add and configure¶

1. Open Action Library and find Compress with Password.
2. Choose a starter configuration and add it to My Finder Menu.
3. Select the new Menu Action and review its settings and availability rules in the Inspector.
4. Run it from a matching Finder context.

Settings¶

• This Action has no additional Inspector settings.

Starter configurations¶

• Compress with Password

Starter configurations set initial values only. Adding one does not permanently link the Menu Action to that starter.

What it can do¶

• Archive files, folders, or mixed selections
• Use AES-256 encryption
• Verify a hidden password before compression
• Create the ZIP beside the selected items

Typical workflow¶

1. Select Finder items
2. Run Compress with Password
3. Enter and verify the password, then create the ZIP

Important details¶

• MenuSmith does not persist the password.
• A visible password does not require a second verification field.

If MenuSmith asks for access, review Authorized Folders. If the Action does not appear, check Finder Integration and the Menu Action's availability rules.