Compare and analyze differences between two text inputs.

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
December 1, 2024
Size
18.73KiB
Developer
Category
Users
9
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
ContextMenus
Notifications
Scripting
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Text Comparison Tool Extension

Text Comparison Tool - Advanced Diff Viewer for Chrome

Compare text instantly without the hassle of switching tabs or copy-pasting! Simply select text on any webpage, use keyboard shortcuts (Alt+1, Alt+2) or right-click to mark it, and your comparison is just a keystroke away (Alt+C).

Key Features:

✨ Revolutionary Time-Saving Workflow
- No more switching between tabs or copy-pasting
- Select and mark text directly on any webpage
- Compare text from different sources instantly
- Access comparison with a single keystroke (Alt+C)

🔍 Intelligent Comparison
- Clear side-by-side diff view
- Smart word-level difference detection
- Highlight changes in different colors:
• Deletions (red)
• Insertions (green)
• Case changes (purple)
- Toggle case sensitivity with one click

🎯 Advanced Pattern Recognition
- Automatic highlighting of:
• Email addresses
• URLs
• Code snippets
• IP addresses (IPv4 and IPv6)

Perfect for:
- Developers comparing code snippets
- Writers reviewing document versions
- Students checking text differences
- Business professionals reviewing changes

Quick Start:
1. Select text anywhere in Chrome
2. Press Alt+1 (original) or Alt+2 (modified)
Or use right-click menu
3. Press Alt+C to see comparison

Privacy & Security:
- Works entirely in your browser
- No external services needed
- Your text remains private and secure

Pro Features:
- Line numbering for easy reference
- Clean, distraction-free interface
- Multiple text selection methods
- Real-time updates
- Handles multiple lines and empty spaces
- Preserves text formatting

Whether you're checking code changes, reviewing documents, or comparing any text, this tool makes it effortless to spot differences. Install now and transform the way you compare text!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Text Comparison Tool", "version": "1.0", "description": "Compare and analyze differences between two text inputs.", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "contextMenus", "notifications", "scripting" ], "icons": { "1": "notification.png" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["textComparer.js", "diff_match_patch.js", "notification.png"], "matches": [""] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_title": "Text Comparison Tool", "default_icon": { "1": "notification.png" } }, "commands": { "set_original_text": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+1" }, "description": "Set selected text as original" }, "set_modified_text": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+2" }, "description": "Set selected text as modified" }, "open_comparison": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+C" }, "description": "Open comparison view" } }}
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How to download and manually install Text Comparison Tool extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Text Comparison Tool extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Text Comparison Tool extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Text Comparison Tool extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Text Comparison Tool extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Text Comparison Tool extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Text Comparison Tool Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Text Comparison Tool extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Text Comparison Tool extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Text Comparison Tool extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Text Comparison Tool extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Text Comparison Tool extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Text Comparison Tool extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Text Comparison Tool extension file

Select and download the Text Comparison Tool extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Text Comparison Tool extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Text Comparison Tool extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Text Comparison Tool extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Text Comparison Tool extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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