How to compare documents and text in Recital for Word
With the Recital for Word Add-in, you can quickly generate redlines to compare documents (including Word and PDF) or text, streamlining your workflow directly within Word.
If you haven’t installed the Recital for Word Add-in yet, follow our step-by-step guide here: How to Install Recital for Word.
Open the Recital Add-in. Launch Word, and open the Recital Add-in by selecting it from the toolbar.
Access the Comparison Screen. Click on Compare to open the Comparison screen. You’ll see two tabs at the top: Files and Text.
Use this option to compare two documents.
Select Your Documents. Drag and drop the original and revised files into their respective spots. Alternatively, click Upload File to browse for and select the files. Both Word and PDF files are accepted.
Generate the Redline. Click Compare. A new Word window will open, displaying the redline.
Recital generates a fresh comparison every time. All tracked changes in the redline are attributed to Recital Compare.
Use this option to quickly compare text snippets or sections from documents.
Select or Paste Text. Paste text into the comparison fields, or select text directly from your open Word document.
Generate the Redline. A redline will instantly display. Click Clear All to clear both inputs.
Getting Started: Install the Word Add-In
If you haven’t installed the Recital for Word Add-in yet, follow our step-by-step guide here: How to Install Recital for Word.
How to Use the Comparison Feature
Open the Recital Add-in. Launch Word, and open the Recital Add-in by selecting it from the toolbar.
Access the Comparison Screen. Click on Compare to open the Comparison screen. You’ll see two tabs at the top: Files and Text.
Option 1: Compare Files
Use this option to compare two documents.
Select Your Documents. Drag and drop the original and revised files into their respective spots. Alternatively, click Upload File to browse for and select the files. Both Word and PDF files are accepted.
Generate the Redline. Click Compare. A new Word window will open, displaying the redline.
Recital generates a fresh comparison every time. All tracked changes in the redline are attributed to Recital Compare.
Option 2: Compare Text
Use this option to quickly compare text snippets or sections from documents.
Select or Paste Text. Paste text into the comparison fields, or select text directly from your open Word document.
Generate the Redline. A redline will instantly display. Click Clear All to clear both inputs.
Updated on: 03/12/2024
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