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Description

Active File Compare is a sophisticated tool designed for visually comparing and synchronizing text files, presenting the comparison results in dual side-by-side windows, where differences are highlighted with distinct color icons. This utility is particularly beneficial for analyzing variations in source code versions, enabling users to rectify code discrepancies, and it offers syntax highlighting for a variety of programming languages such as C++, C#, Java, Visual Basic, Delphi, Object Pascal, SQL, Perl, Assembler, Fortran, and Foxpro, as well as for file types like HTML, PHP, XML, INI, and BAT. Additionally, it proves useful in collaborative environments where multiple authors make alterations, facilitating effective source code management. The comparison algorithm is meticulously designed to ensure precise detection of differences, whether in smaller text files or in those with extensive modifications. Furthermore, Active File Compare includes its own dual-pane file manager, streamlining the editing process and enhancing productivity. This comprehensive functionality makes it a valuable asset for developers and anyone working with text files.

Description

Visual Basic, an object-oriented programming language created by Microsoft, allows for the rapid and straightforward development of type-safe applications within the .NET framework. It emphasizes enhancing the capabilities of the Visual Basic Runtime (microsoft.visualbasic.dll) for .NET Core, marking the first iteration of Visual Basic that is tailored specifically for this platform. Future updates are anticipated to incorporate elements of the Visual Basic Runtime that rely on WinForms. The .NET framework itself is a versatile and open-source development environment designed for the creation of various types of applications. Regardless of the application type, the code and project files maintain a consistent appearance and functionality. This uniformity ensures that developers can leverage the same runtime, application programming interfaces (APIs), and language features across all their projects. A Visual Basic application is constructed using standard components, where a solution includes one or more projects, and each project can consist of multiple assemblies, which are in turn compiled from several source files. Overall, this structure enables developers to efficiently manage and build complex applications.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

BLACKBOX AI No 
Babel Obfuscator No 
Betterscan.io No 
CodeRush No 
CodeSee No 
Codestral No 
Cohere No 
GPT-4o mini No 
GPT-5.3-Codex No 
Gemini 2.0 No 
Google AI Plus No 
Grok 3 No 
Llama 3.2 No 
Llama 4 Scout No 
Mistral Code No 
ScraperX No 
Service Objects Reverse Phone Lookup No 
SonarQube for IDE No 
Sonatype Nexus Repository No 

Integrations

BLACKBOX AI Yes 
Babel Obfuscator Yes 
Betterscan.io Yes 
CodeRush Yes 
CodeSee Yes 
Codestral Yes 
Cohere Yes 
GPT-4o mini Yes 
GPT-5.3-Codex Yes 
Gemini 2.0 Yes 
Google AI Plus Yes 
Grok 3 Yes 
Llama 3.2 Yes 
Llama 4 Scout Yes 
Mistral Code Yes 
ScraperX Yes 
Service Objects Reverse Phone Lookup Yes 
SonarQube for IDE Yes 
Sonatype Nexus Repository Yes 

Pricing Details

$7.95 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Formula Software

Founded

2001

Website

www.formulasoft.com/afc.html

Vendor Details

Company Name

Microsoft

Founded

1975

Website

docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/visual-basic/

Product Features

File and Document Comparison

Audio Comparison No 
Barcode Comparison No 
Braille Comparison No 
Code Comparison No 
Document Comparison No 
File Comparison No 
Image Comparison No 
PDF Comparison No 
Video Comparison No 

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