Add configuration options for compression

**Problem**
When working with hooks, the error messages could be more descriptive.

**Suggestion**
Improve error handling and add detailed error messages.

**Context**
This would help with debugging and maintenance.

The issue names hooks, compression configuration, and error handling but no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the hook implementation and configuration handling, then review how errors are currently reported. Done requires agreed configuration options for compression and more descriptive hook error messages.

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