# Comparing Files

> Comparing two similar files in the same automation project is done by using the two context menu options in the **Project** panel.

Comparing two similar files in the same automation project is done by using the two context menu options in the **Project** panel.

**Compare Files** may be used for comparing differences between two `.xaml` files, either processes or libraries, as long as they contain similar workflows. The functionality is also available for local copies of versioned files.

In addition, **Compare Files** can be used for comparing two local or versioned `project.json` files part of the same project, as well as '.txt' files.

## Using Compare Files

1. In the **Project** panel, right-click the first file, and in the context menu click **Select for Compare**. The file is marked for comparison.
2. In the same **Project** panel, right-click the second file and click **Compare with Selected**. The second file is selected for comparison and the **Compare Files** window opens.

   ![docs image](https://dev-assets.cms.uipath.com/assets/images/studio/studio-docs-image-171268-c2ff0fca.webp)

The first `.xaml` selected for comparison is located on the left side of the window, with its path at the top. The second file is featured on the right, together with its location.

**Compare Files** is also available for files versioned under GIT, SVN, or TFS, allowing you to compare `.xaml`, `project.json`, and `.txt` files part of the same automation project.

Dependency names are arranged alphabetically to aid with the comparing process between the two `project.json` files.

   ![docs image](https://dev-assets.cms.uipath.com/assets/images/studio/studio-docs-image-170137-f269e4d0.webp)

### Field Descriptions for the Compare Changes Window

| Option | Description |
| --- | --- |
| **Previous** | Navigates to the previous change in the compared files. |
| **Next** | Navigates to the next change in the compared files. |
| **Collapse All** | Collapses all nodes in the `.xaml` files. |
| **Expand All** | Expands all nodes in the `.xaml` files. |