Visualizing Markdown Evolution & Git Diffs
Tracking changes across documentation drafts, technical specifications, and open-source README updates is essential for quality assurance. MDForge provides real-time line-by-line diffing paired with AST-aware section detection.
Line-by-Line Tracking
Accurate Myers LCS algorithm identifies exact line insertions (+ green) and deletions (- red).
Structural Section Tracking
Detects when headings are reordered, promoted/demoted (e.g. H2 → H3), added, or removed across document versions.
Privacy-Preserving Execution
Diff calculation runs inside browser Web Workers without freezing the UI or sending sensitive draft text over the network.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does MDForge compare two Markdown documents?
MDForge uses a client-side Myers LCS (Longest Common Subsequence) algorithm for line-by-line diffing, combined with an AST section detector for tracking added, removed, or modified heading depths.
Is my document text uploaded to an external diff service?
No. All diff comparisons run 100% locally in your browser (utilizing native Web Workers). Nothing is transmitted to external servers or cloud services.
Can I view diffs side-by-side and unified?
Yes! Toggle between "Unified" (single-stream line diff) and "Side-by-Side" view modes using the top toolbar switch.
Can I copy the unified diff output for Git patch reviews?
Yes, click "Copy Diff Output" to copy standard unified diff text with + and - line annotations to your clipboard.
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