Online Document Comparison App and C++ Code to Compare DOT Files

Develop powerful C++ based DOT document comparison applications. Freely compare documents including DOT files online via app with instant download.

Compare DOT Files Online using App

Upload Two DOT Files to Compare.
Click the “Compare” Button.
Download Highlighted Results.

Compare DOT File via C++

Add library reference to C++ project.
Load the both DOT documents.
Use AcceptAllRevisions method with both objects.
Use Compare method with first object and second one as parameter.
Call Save method.

C++ code to compare DOT files

	using namespace Aspose::Words;

	auto docA = MakeObject<Document>(u"source1.docx");
	auto docB = MakeObject<Document>(u"source2.docx");

	docA->AcceptAllRevisions();
	docB->AcceptAllRevisions();

	docA->Compare(docB, u"Author Name", time(0));
	docA->Save(u"Output.docx");

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Develop DOT File Comparison Application using C++

Need to develop C++ based software or utility application to easily compare DOT files? With Aspose.Words for C++ , child API of Aspose.Total for C++ , any C++ developer can integrate the above API code to program comparison app. Powerful C++ library for document comparison supports many popular formats including DOT format such as PDF, Word, PowerPoint, Email messages and Excel files.

DOT Comparison library for C++

There are three options to install Aspose.Words for C++ or Aspose.Total for C++ to your developer environment. Please choose one that resembles your needs and follow the step-by-step instructions:

Install a NuGet Package . See Documentation
Install the library using Package Manager Console within Visual Studio IDE
Install the library by hand using Windows Installer

System Requirements

You can use this C++ library to develop software on Microsoft Windows, Linux and macOS operating systems:

GCC >= 6.3.0 and Clang >= 3.9.1 are required for Linux
Xcode >= 12.5.1, Clang and libc++ are required for macOS

If you develop software for Linux or macOS, please check information on additional library dependencies (fontconfig and mesa-glu open-source packages) in Product Documentation .

FAQs

Can I use above C++ code in my application?
Yes, you are welcome to download this code. One can easily develop a professional solution to compare DOT files using C++. Use Aspose DOT comparison API to develop high-level, platform independent software in C++.
Is this document comparison App work only on Windows?
You have the flexibility to initiate document comparison from any device, irrespective of the operating system it runs on, whether it be Windows, Linux, Mac OS, or Android. All that's required is a contemporary web browser and an active internet connection.
Is it safe to use the online app to compare multiple DOT documents?
Of course! The output files generated through our service will be securely and automatically removed from our servers within a 24-hour timeframe. As a result, the download links associated with these files will cease to be functional after this period.
What browser should to use App?
You can use any modern web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari for online DOT document comparison.
How can I compare multiple DOT files?
Start by uploading one or more files you want to compare. You can either drag and drop your DOT files or simply click inside the white area. Afterward, click the 'Compare' button, and our online Comparison app will quickly process the uploaded files.
How long does it take to Compare the DOT files?
This Comparison application operates quickly, It may take a few seconds to upload the files and Compare them.

Explore File Comparison Options with C++

Compare DOC Files (Microsoft Word Binary Format)

Compare DOCM Files (Microsoft Word 2007 Marco File)

Compare DOCX Files (Office 2007+ Word Document)

Compare DOT Files (Microsoft Word Template Files)

Compare DOTM Files (Microsoft Word 2007+ Template File)

Compare DOTX Files (Microsoft Word Template File)

Compare ODP Files (OpenDocument Presentation Format)

Compare ODT Files (OpenDocument Text File Format)

Compare POTM Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template File)

Compare POTX Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template Presentation)

Compare Powerpoint Files

Compare PPS Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)

Compare PPSM Files (Macro-enabled Slide Show)

Compare PPSX Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)

Compare PPT Files (PowerPoint Presentation)

Compare PPTM Files (Macro-enabled Presentation File)

Compare PPTX Files (Open XML presentation Format)

Compare RTF Files (Rich Text Format)

Compare Word Files

What is DOT File Format?

The DOT file format is commonly utilized by Microsoft Word and other word processing software for storing documents. While similar to DOC files, DOT files are saved in a distinct format that is incompatible with DOC files. DOT files are saved in a text-based format that can be accessed and modified in any text editor.

To convert a DOT file to a DOC file, there are various methods available. One common approach is to use a word processing program capable of reading DOT files. This involves opening the DOT file in the program and then saving it as a DOC file. Another option is to employ a file conversion tool or online service dedicated to converting DOT files to DOC format.

It’s important to recognize that DOT files are frequently employed as templates in Microsoft Word. These templates serve as a foundation for creating new documents with pre-defined structures, formatting, and content. In some instances, DOT files may also incorporate macros or other customizations. When converting a DOT file to a DOC file, it’s crucial to ensure that any customizations are retained in the converted document.

By understanding the distinction between DOT and DOC files and employing appropriate conversion methods, users can effectively manage and utilize their documents, whether they originate from templates or require file format transformations.