This FAQ covers 4 common questions about comparison results, judging differences, and performance, followed by a short glossary of key terms.
FAQ
What should I do if the comparison result does not look accurate?
- Open the comparison dialog again.
- Click More to review the comparison options.
- Adjust the settings you need, such as whether formatting should be compared, and run the comparison again.
How can I judge the level of difference between two documents?
- Complete the document comparison.
- Review the number and distribution of revision marks.
- Use the highlighted changes to judge the scope and density of edits.
What should I do if document comparison feels slow on my computer?
- Check the file size first and close other programs that use a lot of memory.
- If the issue continues, open WPS Home and go to Global Settings → Configuration and Repair Tools → Detect and Repair.
- After repair, try the comparison again or continue on a device with smoother performance.
What should I prepare before comparing documents?
- Make sure both documents are saved.
- Confirm which file is the original document and which file is the revised document.
- If you want to keep the original content unchanged, back up the files before comparison.
Glossary
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Original document | The document version used as the comparison baseline. |
| Revised document | The edited version compared against the original document. |
| Revision marks | Visual markers that show insertions, deletions, or other edits. |
| Comparison result | The generated document that displays differences for review. |