diff3

Additional Notes

diff3 is a text-processing command used to compare three files line by line. It produces a merged output showing conflicts between all three files, which is useful for three-way merge scenarios in version control or collaborative editing.

Syntax

diff3 [options] [file...]

Parameters

• options: Flags that change how diff3 behaves.
• file: Text file to read or process.

Common Options

• --help: Show command help when supported.
• --version: Show version information when supported.

Examples

diff3 --help
man diff3

Practical Notes

Options can vary by distribution and package version. Use man diff3, diff3 --help, or the package documentation for exact syntax.