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I am trying to perform a line-by-line comparison of contents in file using Beyond Compare 3 or 4. There is a caveat. The lines do not necessarily have the same order in the files. Examples below:
Example 1:
File 1 contents:
value1.key=mango
value2.key=pear
File 2 contents:
value2.key=pear
value1.key=mango
This should say "files identical" on comparison.
Example 2:
File 1 contents:
value1.key=mango
value2.key=pear
value3.key=apple
File 2 contents:
value2.key=pear
value3.key=banana
value1.key=mango
This should report only the following in the comparison:
value3.key=apple | value3.key=banana
Example 3:
File 1 contents:
value1.key=mango
value2.key=pear
value3.key=apple
File 2 contents:
value3.key=apple
value1.key=mango
This should report only the following in the comparison:
value2.key=pear
Can someone please tell me if this is achievable using Beyond Compare?
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Beyond Compare is a utility for comparing files and folders. It can help you find and reconcile differences in source code, folders, images and data, even if your files are contained in zip archive files or on remote services (e.g. FTP sites). It can synchronize your folders, and validate your copies.
BC version 3 or 4 To compare files in the Folder Compare like in the file viewers: In the Folder Compare, select Session | Session Settings and pick the Comparison tab. Enable the Compare contents option and make sure Rules-based comparison is enabled.
Beyond Compare allows you to quickly and easily compare your files and folders. By using simple, powerful commands you can focus on the differences you're interested in and ignore those you're not. You can then merge the changes, synchronize your files, and generate reports for your records.
For those still interested:
When comparing files you can choose the files format (from the toolbar button "format"), just choose "sorted" and you can achieve this kind of comparison.
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