pdf-diff ☆
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Description:
Tool for visualizing differences between two pdf files
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: pdf diff comparison cli document
Install: brew install pdf-diff
About:
PdfDiff is a command-line utility that visually highlights differences between two PDF documents by comparing their text content. It generates a new PDF showing insertions and deletions, making it ideal for tracking changes in reports or contracts. The tool focuses on textual differences rather than layout or formatting changes.
Key Features:
  • Visual text-based diff output
  • Command-line interface for automation
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Open-source implementation
Use Cases:
  • Reviewing contract revisions
  • Comparing versions of technical documentation
  • Auditing report changes
Alternatives:
  • diff-pdf – Compares PDFs visually but focuses on layout differences
  • Adobe Acrobat – GUI-based tool with comprehensive PDF editing capabilities
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 16, 2025 12:33pm 0 VERSION_BUMP a8794606
Sep 14, 2024 6:55am 0 VERSION_BUMP bf7759f0
Dec 15, 2022 1:55am 0 VERSION_BUMP c471d269
Dec 15, 2022 1:55am 0 NEW 8a767905
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