A careful way to compare two drafts
Start with clean versions
Give each version a clear label and remove accidental headers or copied signatures that are not part of the draft. This reduces noise before you compare.
Check exact equality first
An exact comparison is a fast first pass. If the strings match, you can stop looking for an accidental edit. If they differ, the result is only a signal that a closer review is needed.
Read for meaning
Pay attention to names, dates, numbers, conditions, negations, and words such as “may,” “must,” and “unless.” A one-word change can matter more than a paragraph of reformatting.
Use the right level of tooling
PixelBench's comparison tool is intentionally small. For code, legal redlines, or a long manuscript, use a dedicated diff tool that shows insertions and deletions and preserves the right metadata.
Try Text comparison, then read both drafts before you publish or approve a change.