# Diff macro

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Compare differences between two pieces of text or code on your Confluence pages using the Diff Macro.

| **Description** | Compare two pieces of text side-by-side. |
| --------------- | ---------------------------------------- |
| **Type**        | Standard                                 |
| **Guest**       | :check\_mark:                            |
| **Anonymous**   | 🕙                                       |

The Diff Macro in Capable for Confluence is a powerful tool that allows you to compare two pieces of text or code side-by-side, highlighting the differences between them.

This feature is incredibly useful for teams that need to review changes in code, documents, or any other text-based content. By visually displaying the differences, the Diff Macro makes it easier to spot changes, review edits, and ensure accuracy in collaborative environments:

* **Bug Retrospectives**: Imagine your team has just resolved a bug in the codebase. Using the Diff Macro, you can compare the pre- and post-fix versions of the code to pinpoint what caused the issue and how it was fixed.
* **Documentation Updates**: When updating documentation, the Diff Macro allows you to compare the old and new versions side-by-side.
* **Project Revisions**: If a project involves multiple rounds of revisions, the Diff Macro can help track changes over time, providing a clear view of how the content has evolved.

![Diff macro in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/8c21d8d2-057d-4e88-89de-85c86ef9f2a0.webp)

## [#](#1-open-the-confluence-editor)1\. Open the Confluence editor

## [#](#2-type-diff-and-press-enter)2\. Type `/diff` and press Enter

![Insert Diff macro in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/ae82ae36-7d2f-4dee-a5ff-abd513220239.webp)

## [#](#3-configure-the-text-or-code-to-compare)3\. Configure the text or code to compare

![Configure Diff macro in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/8dfe997e-b4d3-4b80-9f9c-4ca0e3346366.webp)

## [#](#4-save-the-page-to-share)4\. Save the page to share

![Diff macro in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/87283ffb-65a4-4fa3-a377-a77de8d604ea.webp)