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Text Diff Checker

Paste or type two versions of a text below, then click Compare to see what changed. Added lines are highlighted, removed lines are marked, and a summary shows the total changes.

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Works Completely In Your Browser
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Click "Compare" to see differences…

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About this tool

The Text Diff Checker compares two blocks of text line by line and highlights every difference. Writers use it to track changes between drafts before handing copy to an editor. Developers compare configuration files, log outputs, or code snippets to spot what changed between versions. Editors verify that requested revisions were applied correctly without introducing unintended modifications. The tool uses a Longest Common Subsequence (LCS) algorithm to accurately detect added, removed, and unchanged lines, even when large blocks are rearranged. Three comparison options — Ignore Case, Ignore Whitespace, and Ignore Empty Lines — let you focus on meaningful differences. Everything runs in your browser; no text is ever uploaded or stored.

Frequently asked questions

How does the comparison work?
It uses a Longest Common Subsequence (LCS) approach to identify shared portions, then highlights what's added, removed, or changed.
Can I ignore formatting differences?
Yes. Toggle Ignore Case, Ignore Whitespace, or Ignore Empty Lines to focus on meaningful content changes.
What's the difference between this and using git diff?
git diff compares versioned files inside a repository. This tool compares any two text blocks with no setup required.
How are changes displayed visually?
Added lines are highlighted in green, removed lines in red, and unchanged lines remain neutral. This color coding makes differences instantly scannable.
Can I copy the diff output?
Yes. The Copy button captures the entire diff output, including the color-coded markers, for sharing or documentation purposes.

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