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Using a different 'merge' program when solving template conflicts

  • February 14, 2019
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K.Bakkenes
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When a template code conflict occurs during a merge session it will be possible the merge the code via an external 'merge' program. TSF requests the existence of a 'merge' program like WinMerge or Kdiff3. I'm not really a fan of either.

We always use UltraCompare as a 'merge' program. Is it possible to use UltraCompare as the default 'merge' program? And how do I set this up?

I found a page on ultraedit.com which may be of use:
https://www.ultraedit.com/support/tutorials-power-tips/ultracompare/version-control-comparison.html

Best answer by Anne Buit

WinMerge and K3diff3 are the only supported code diff and merge programs at the moment. It is currently not possible to configure the Software Factory to use a different program.

I took a quick peek to see if it was possible to test an implementation quickly but a license is required to attempt 3-way merges with UltraCompare.

Having the diff and merge tool configurable would be the easiest way to go. Feel free to create a topic in the ideas section to make it possible to configure a custom diff and merge tool.
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Anne Buit
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  • February 18, 2019
WinMerge and K3diff3 are the only supported code diff and merge programs at the moment. It is currently not possible to configure the Software Factory to use a different program.

I took a quick peek to see if it was possible to test an implementation quickly but a license is required to attempt 3-way merges with UltraCompare.

Having the diff and merge tool configurable would be the easiest way to go. Feel free to create a topic in the ideas section to make it possible to configure a custom diff and merge tool.

K.Bakkenes
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  • February 18, 2019
Hello Anne,

thank you for your response! We actually have a license for UltraCompare, so it's the default diff/merge tool we use.

I'll create a topic in the ideas section. 😉

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