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Compare two texts

Paste two versions of a text and see which lines were added, removed or kept. Useful for checking edits, comparing lists or reviewing changes.

Your text is processed in your browser as you type. It is not sent to ToolsNest servers or stored after you leave the page.

How to use the Text Comparison

  1. 1Paste the original text on the left.
  2. 2Paste the new version on the right.
  3. 3Select Compare and review the highlighted differences.

Supported formats and limits

  • Comparison is line-based: a line changed in any way counts as removed plus added.
  • Lines present in both texts are shown as unchanged.
  • Very long texts (over about 100,000 characters) may be slow on older devices.

Common uses

  • Checking what changed between two drafts.
  • Comparing two lists for missing entries.
  • Reviewing configuration changes.

Frequently asked questions

Does it show character-level changes?

No. This tool compares whole lines. For character-level diffs, a dedicated code-diff tool is a better fit.

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