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Knowledge and Documents

What Is Document Comparison Software?

Software that compares two versions of a document and shows every insertion, deletion and move.

Legal Tech GlossaryBy The Circle Desk

Why It Matters

Comparison tools catch changes the other side did not flag, which is why lawyers run them on every returned draft. Good tools handle tables, formatting and moved text accurately.

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Related Terms

Redlining
Marking up proposed changes to a contract or document so the other side can see every edit.
Version control
Keeping a record of every version of a document and who changed it, so earlier versions can be compared or restored.

General information, not legal advice. Part of the Legal Tech Glossary, 173 terms in plain English.