Kompare

What Kompare is

Kompare is a free Linux graphical application for viewing and merging differences between source files. It can compare individual files or examine folder contents recursively, with inputs that include files, folders, or a URL and a file. Users can adjust how much diff information is shown, create and apply patches, and select differences to apply from a source to a destination before saving. Kompare can also create, display and apply diff files that capture changes between files or folders. Command-line options include comparing URLs and opening diff output, including input from standard input. The KDE Applications page lists Linux installation through AppStream application stores or a distribution package manager and links to Flathub. The application is under the GPL-2.0+ license. Its handbook describes reviewing changes shared among document editors and comparing changes across folder trees. The page links to the handbook and KDE Forum for help, and to KDE's bug tracker for issue reports. The plan is listed as free, with no paid tiers or usage limits stated.

Who it suits

Kompare suits Linux users who need to review or merge changes in source files or folder trees. It can also help people sharing document edits who want to inspect and apply selected differences.

Getting started

1. Open the KDE Applications page at https://apps.kde.org/kompare/.
2. Install Kompare through an AppStream application store or your distribution package manager, or follow the Flathub link.
3. Start a comparison with files, folders, or a URL and a file.
4. Review the displayed differences and apply selected changes or create a patch.

Verdict

Kompare provides file and folder comparison, patch handling and selective merging in a Linux graphical application. It is a focused option for two-way review rather than a broader multi-way merge workflow.