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Code Compare Pro edition of the tool is specially adapted for comparing source code files. It locates changes in code with regard to its structure. Code Compare Pro features a 3-way file merge tool that allows resolving version control merge conflicts.
Features and Highlights
Text Comparison and Merging:
- Colored blocks for inserted, deleted, and modified text
- Detailed highlights of changes within lines
- Collapsing of unchanged regions of text (Pro-feature)
- Point-and-click merging with a mouse
- Editing files on the fly
- Merging shortcuts for advanced users
- Syntax Highlighting for programming languages
- Methods are matched in compared source code files
- Similar lines of code are matched even after refactoring
- Moved blocks of code are detected if source code is reordered in files
- Difference Explorer window displays changes in code structure
- Code outlining allows collapsing and expanding regions of code
- Native Visual Studio extension allows smooth integration
- Visual Studio 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2017 support
- Choose to use standalone or integrated CodeCompare on the fly
- Atmel Studio 6.0 and 6.1 supported
![Code Compare Screenshot 3](https://static.filehorse.com/screenshots/developer-tools/code-compare-screenshot-03.png)
Code Review Support:
- Adding code review comments when comparing source file revisions
- Viewing added review comments from a file comparison document
- Highlighting of code regions with review comments
- The feature works in combination with Review Assistant
- Teams benefit more than solo developers
- Three comparison panes with horizontal and vertical layouts
- Integrates with version control systems as the merging tool for conflicting file revisions
- Non-conflicting changes are merged automatically
- Merging conflicts are highlighted
- One-click conflict resolution with a mouse button
- Color-coding for added, deleted, and modified files
- Filtering options for excluding or including of certain file types
- Instant opening of individual file comparison documents
- Display options for better comparison result analysis
- Batch file copying from pane to pane or to a selected folder
![Code Compare Screenshot 4](https://static.filehorse.com/screenshots/developer-tools/code-compare-screenshot-04.png)
PROS
- Ease of Use: It provides a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for developers to navigate and utilize its features effectively.
- Integration: It seamlessly integrates with popular version control systems like Git, SVN, Mercurial, and TFS, allowing developers to compare and merge changes directly from within their preferred development environment.
- Syntax Highlighting: The tool offers syntax highlighting for various programming languages, making it easier to read and understand the differences between code files.
- Inline and Side-by-Side Comparison: It allows users to view code differences both inline and side-by-side, enabling them to choose the most suitable format for their preferences and workflow.
- Three-Way Comparison: It supports three-way comparison, which is beneficial when merging changes from multiple branches or contributors, helping to resolve conflicts more efficiently.
- Customization Options: Users can customize various aspects of the comparison process, such as ignoring whitespace, case sensitivity, and line-ending differences, tailoring the tool to their specific needs.
- Merging Capabilities: Devart Code Compare facilitates code merging by providing intuitive tools for accepting or rejecting individual changes, as well as merging entire files.
- Limited Language Support: Although the tool supports several popular programming languages, it may not offer comprehensive support for less common or niche languages.
- Performance Issues with Large Files: Some users have reported performance issues when comparing or merging large files, particularly with complex codebases or intricate changes.
- Platform Compatibility: While the app is available for Windows platforms, it may not be suitable for developers working on macOS or Linux systems, limiting its accessibility for certain users.
- Learning Curve: While the interface is generally user-friendly, mastering all the features and customization options may require some initial learning time for new users.
- Dependency on External Tools: It relies on integration with version control systems, so any issues or limitations with these systems could potentially impact its functionality.
What's new in this version:
- Added a notification for file changes in Visual Studio
- Added support for horizontal mouse scrolling in the Code Comparison document
- Fixed the rendering of frame positions in the Code Comparison document when scaling above 100% on 4K monitors
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