To change difference and merge point marker characteristics

About this task

You can change the color and text style used to denote the various difference and merge point markers in the Diff Merge panes.

To change the characteristics of a particular marker:

Procedure

  1. Click Tools > Options.
  2. In the Options window, click Format.
  3. Select the marker from the Markers list.

    The settings for that marker are reflected in the text style check boxes and on the Color button.

  4. Change the marker characteristics:
    • To change the text style, set or clear the check boxes.
    • To change the color, click Color, and use the Color window.

Results

Note: Changes made to these options are saved when you exit Diff Merge.