Use the Compare feature in the Content Assistant to compare the content
between any two documents stored in your repository.
Before you begin
To compare documents, make sure that you configure the document comparison and view version
menu actions. For more information, see the topic Configuring document comparison.
About this task
The Compare feature is available for both indexed and non-indexed documents, and can be
used with documents in different file formats. The feature is supported only in Content Assistant deployments that use
Content Platform Engine V5.7 and later.Note: The
Compare action is enabled only when exactly two documents are selected in the object store.
Procedure
- Log in to IBM® Content Navigator by using your credentials.
Note: Use only HTTPS connection to access the IBM Content Navigator when the Content Assistant plugin is installed.
- Go to the repository and select any two documents that you want to
compare.
The Compare action is enabled only when you select two documents in the object
store.
- Click Compare.
The Content Assistant window opens in comparison
mode. You can do one of the following actions:
- Choice 1 - Provide specific instructions to the Content Assistant about how you want to
compare the two documents.
- Choice 2- If you want a comprehensive comparison of the content between the two
documents, click skip additional instructions.
- Review the generated response.
If the generated response includes extensive
comparison, refine your input by asking targeted questions.