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Online text diff for line-by-line comparison

Compare an original and changed block line by line without sending either version to the server. Use the result for a quick inspection, not as a replacement for version-control history.

Compare two text blocks

Use the left side for the original and the right side for the changed version.

How to use the text comparison tool

The text comparison tool keeps its input on this device. Review the result using the steps below before sharing or relying on it.

Add the original text

Paste the baseline into the left field. Keep line endings and surrounding context consistent so changes are meaningful.

Add the changed text

Paste the candidate revision on the right, then compare to mark removed and added lines.

Interpret the result

A minus marks a line from the original and a plus marks its replacement or addition. Review nearby unchanged lines before deciding what changed semantically.

What the text comparison tool does not do

The comparison is deliberately simple and line-based. It does not calculate a merge base, detect moved blocks, preserve authorship, resolve conflicts, or understand a programming language's syntax.

Before sharing the result, read Diff pastebin guide for the matching context and privacy checks.

Text comparison tool questions

Privacy, limits, and correct interpretation.

Are the compared texts uploaded?+

No. Both inputs and the generated comparison stay in the browser.

Is this the same as a Git diff?+

No. Git understands repository versions and context; this tool provides a quick two-block line comparison.

Can I compare code and configuration?+

Yes, but inspect semantic changes with the relevant compiler, parser, test suite, or schema afterward.

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