Solved: How to compare document version in SharePoint and OneDrive

SharePoint comes with a built-in version history that can be retrieved from Microsoft Word.

Problem Symptom

This article will show you how to compare and highlight the differences between various versions of the same document in SharePoint and OneDrive. SharePoint comes with a built-in version history that can be retrieved from Microsoft Word.

Solved: How to compare document version in SharePoint and OneDrive

Follow the below solution steps to compare versions of documents in SharePoint.

Solution

Step 1: Navigate to the location of the SharePoint library or OneDrive where the document resides.

Step 2: Right-click on the Word document, and select the Open in app option.

Step 3: Switch to the Review tab.

Step 4: Click on the Compare icon and the Specific Version option from the list.

Step 5: A pop-up will appear to display the same version history that is available from SharePoint.