Compare PDFs and Track Changes with UPDF for Windows

Introducing the latest feature in UPDF for Windows: PDF Comparison. Now, users can seamlessly compare two PDFs to track changes with ease. This new capability allows users to compare the current version of a PDF with a previous one, providing valuable insights into any edits made to the document.

In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of using UPDF's PDF Comparison feature, empowering you to identify and understand the specific alterations made to your PDF files. So stay tuned, and let's discuss how you can utilize this feature to its maximum potential!

Those who do not want to read the text guide can watch the below video.

How to Use PDF Comparison Feature in UPDF Windows

To use the PDF comparison feature in UPDF Windows, follow these steps:

Step 1. First, make sure you have installed UPDF for Windows on your computer.

Step 2. After launching UPDF, click on the "PDF Tools" section from the home screen.

Step 3. Select the "Compare Files" tool under the "Protect PDF" section.

Step 4. A new window will open. From there, place the current and a previous version of a PDF. You can add the file by clicking on the "Select File" button.

You can select PDFs from recent (recently opened files in UPDF) through the drop-down list, or from the local storage of your device.

You can also check the boxes for "focus only on content changes and ignore text attributes" and "ignore spaces when comparing." Below these options, you'll find a filter that allows you to include Text, Image, Path, Shading, and Page in the comparison.

Step 5. Once your files are successfully uploaded, you can select the page range you like and then click on the "Compare" button to begin the process.  

The right panel conveniently displays all differences, from text modifications to image and path changes. This way, you can easily identify what changes were made in the new file!

On top of it, with the Filter option, users can effortlessly focus on single or multiple elements.

Sync Scrolling is an all-new feature that allows you to scroll both PDFs simultaneously. You can easily compare the PDFs line-by-line. Simply toggle the "Sync Scrolling" button on the top menu bar and enjoy!

Step 6. If you'd like to discuss this further with your team. You can simply utilize the "Export" button at the top to export the comparison file.

Open the exported compare file in UPDF and right-click on the PDF to change to the two-page scrolling mode to view the differences.

We hope that this guide has helped you make PDF comparison easier and better. With this exclusive UPDF's PDF Comparison feature, you can effortlessly track changes in your PDF documents. This powerful tool makes it easy to identify differences between versions, enabling you to review and manage changes with precision. So go check it out now!