Text Comparer
This app is designed for desktop browsers only.
Please open it on a desktop or laptop to use it.
Quick facts
- Works on
- Desktop browser
- Best for
- For writers, administrators and reviewers checking wording between two drafts. It is useful when you need to identify a changed date, amount or sentence without rereading both versions line by line.
- Typical time
- A few minutes
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Input or output
- Follow the on-page instructions
About Text Comparer
Text Comparer is a browser tool for comparing two pieces of text side by side. It helps you see what changed between an original version and a newer version.
How to use Text Comparer
Paste the first version into the left box and the second version into the right box, then press Compare. The tool highlights differences so you can review edits more quickly.
Who it is for
For writers, administrators and reviewers checking wording between two drafts. It is useful when you need to identify a changed date, amount or sentence without rereading both versions line by line.
What you can use Text Comparer for
Text Comparer can be useful for checking drafts, policies, emails, letters, website text, copied notes, contract wording, support replies, and any document where small text changes matter.
Features
- Original and revised text entered side by side.
- Highlighted text differences after pressing Compare.
- An Identical indicator when the comparison reports a match.
- Clear and Ignore controls above the text panes.
Tips for using Text Comparer
Keep the original consistently on the left and the revision on the right. Compare one section at a time for long documents. If you use Ignore options, remember that a match under those settings may still contain differences you chose to ignore.
Important limitations
The comparison concerns the text you paste, rather than the complete formatting or meaning of the original documents. A highlighted change still needs human review to decide whether it is correct.
Data and privacy
Review the tool instructions before entering or uploading information. Do not include passwords, payment details, private keys, or other highly sensitive data unless you understand how it is handled. Check the result before downloading or sharing it.
Text Comparer FAQ
What does Text Comparer do?
It compares two blocks of text and highlights the differences between them.
Can I use Text Comparer for document edits?
Yes. It is useful for checking changes between drafts, messages, letters, and other text.