How to Compare Two Files in Notepad++

How-To Geek

By Mahesh Makvana

Published Jan 10, 2024

Highlight the differences in the contents of your multiple files.

If Notepad++ doesn't offer a Plugins > Plugins Admin item in the menu bar, download the app installer, run the installer, enable the "Plugins Admin" option, and finish the installation process.
Open Notepad++, select Plugins > Plugins Admin, enable "Compare," and click "Install."
Launch the app again, open the files to compare, and choose Plugins > Compare > Compare.