Linux · Developer Tools
KDiff3
A file and folder comparison and merge tool
by KDE
Official site: flathub.org
About KDiff3
KDiff3 is a file and folder diff and merge tool which
compares and merges two or three text input files or folders,
shows the differences line by line and character by character(!),
provides an automatic merge-facility,
has an editor for comfortable solving of merge-conflicts,
provides network transparency via KIO,
has options to highlight or hide changes in white-space or comments,
supports Unicode, UTF-8 and other file encodings,
prints differences,
supports version control keyword and history merging.
How to install KDiff3
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.kde.kdiff3
- Open KDiff3 once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is KDiff3 free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where KDiff3 is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install KDiff3 from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.kde.kdiff3. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is KDiff3 safe?
KDiff3 downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.