Getting Started with SheetCompare

Welcome to SheetCompare

SheetCompare is a free, browser-based tool for comparing spreadsheets and data files. Whether you're reconciling financial data, tracking changes between versions, or validating data migrations, SheetCompare makes it easy to identify differences.

How It Works

1. Upload Your Files - Drag and drop or click to upload two files you want to compare

Automatic Analysis - SheetCompare analyzes both files and identifies all differences

Review Results - See a color-coded view highlighting additions, deletions, and changes

Export if Needed - Download the comparison results or merged data

Supported File Formats

SheetCompare supports all major spreadsheet and data formats:

- Excel: .xlsx, .xls

CSV/TSV: Comma and tab-separated values

JSON: JavaScript Object Notation

XML: Extensible Markup Language

Google Sheets: Export as Excel or CSV first

Your Data Stays Private

All file processing happens directly in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers, making SheetCompare ideal for sensitive business data.

Next Steps

- Try the comparison tool with your own files

Read our Excel Comparison Guide for detailed instructions

Learn about handling large files efficiently