How to compare 2 documents in Word

The following article details how to compare 2 documents in Word 2013.

Step 1: Click on Review => Compare drop down menu -> choose Compare .

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Step 2: Compare Documents dialog box appears -> Select the original text file in the Original Document section -> Select the comparison text file in the Revised Document section -> OK .

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Step 3: The text comparison table appears:

The comparative screen consists of 4 parts:

- Part (1): Display the original text.

- Part (2): Display the edited text.

- Part (3): General display of original text and edited text.

- Part (4): Display editing information, editing operations and editors .

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We will go into parts 3 and 4.

- Part 3: The edited text is marked with a red marker in the left margin of the text.

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- Part 4: Display the details of edited information.

For example: Total number of reviews: 6 revisions.

Correction operation: insert (Insert), delete (Delete) . And manipulate any word, which lines are displayed in detail.

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So the comparison is very specific, detailed, the user observes the overall change of the text file.

Alternatively, you can change some options when comparing text by clicking Tracking -> Advanced Options .

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The dialog box appears -> select the edited notification line, display color . Finally, click OK to finish.

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So Compare utility helps a lot in comparing data to help users make the best choice.

Good luck!