To verify the content of a CID (Content Identifier) in a forum format, you can follow these steps:

1. Use the node.cat function to load and display the CID. This function allows you to retrieve the content associated with a specific CID. Here's an example of how you can use it:

const CID = require('cids');
const IPFS = require('ipfs');

async function getContent(cid) {
  const node = await IPFS.create();
  const cidObj = new CID(cid);
  const content = await node.cat(cidObj);
  console.log(content.toString());
}

getContent('your-cid-goes-here');

2. If you encounter difficulties viewing the content on 'https://ipfs.io/ipfs/$%7Bcid%7D', it could be due to propagation delay or other network issues. In such cases, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

   • Ensure that your internet connection is stable and functioning properly.
   • Check if the IPFS network is experiencing any known issues or maintenance activities by visiting their official website or community forums.
   • Try accessing the content using different IPFS gateways or nodes. You can find a list of available gateways on the IPFS website 1.
   • If the issue persists, consider reaching out to the IPFS community or support channels for further assistance.

Remember, CID is a unique identifier for content stored on the IPFS network. By using the node.cat function, you can retrieve and verify the content associated with a specific CID.