Comparing two documents

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Review the generated response.
    If the generated response includes extensive comparison, refine your input by asking targeted questions.