Of files and/or they are on a network drive, the comparison could potentially take a long time. Notice that if the folders contain a large number only text files (*.txt) or by any other filter you have previously created.įigure - Select Source/Destination FoldersĪfter you have selected the desired folders, click on the 'Run Comparison' button to start the compare process. Only the files matching the filter are compared and shown in the results tree. The Filters-drop down allows you to pick from a pre-defined set of filters (see Settings - Filter Settings). You can also select folders used in previousĬomparisons using the drop-down on either side.

Using the auto-complete entry fields or you can click on the open-buttons to navigate to the desired folder using the file selection dialog. Where you need to enter the source and destination folders you wish to compare. When you bring up the Folder Compare Tool, the first thing you will notice are the two entry fields You can invoke the Folder Compare Tool from the 'Tools/File Compare/Folder Compare' menu item in the main toolbar of DB Solo. The Folder Compare Tool runs on all supported platforms including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. The folder comparison tool can compare both text and binary files. The Folder Compare Tool allows you to quickly compare two folders on your hard drive, including all files and subfolders under them.

Compare folder contents