Optional: View Unified Diff
You can also use the -u or –unified option to display the differences in a unified diff format, which provides more context around the changes.
git diff -u branch1 branch2 -- <file_path>
his command will show the differences in a format that includes additional context lines.
How to Compare Files From Two Different Branches in Git?
To compare files from two different branches in Git, you can use the git diff command. This command allows you to view the differences between two branches or commits. Below are the steps to compare files from two different branches:
Table of Content
- Using Git Diff
- Using Git Difftool
- Checkout the Branches
- Run the Diff Command
- View the Differences
- Optional: View Unified Diff
- Review and Analyze Changes
- Conclusion
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