How to Compare Two Video Versions Side by Side in zipBoard
zipBoard lets you compare two versions of a video side-by-side on one screen. Play and pause each video, inspect frame-by-frame edits, and manually verify if feedback from the previous version has been addressed all without downloading extra files or switching apps.
How to Compare Two Video Versions in zipBoard
- Locate the Video Asset
Navigate to your project dashboard and open the video asset you want to review. See how to upload a new version here.
- Enable Version Comparison Mode
Click the Version dropdown menu in the upper navigation bar and select Compare Versions.
3. Select The Versions
Use the dual dropdown selectors to pick the versions that you want to compare
4. Press Play
Press Play on each version to start comparing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I compare video files with different durations?
Yes. You can review 2 video files with different durations.
How many video versions can I compare at once in Version Comparison?
You can compare two versions at a time at the moment, with easy version switching by clicking the dropdown options.
How do I exit the side-by-side video viewer?
Click Exit Compare in the top-right corner of the viewer toolbar to exit the side by side viewer.
Can I annotate or add feedback pins directly inside the side-by-side comparison view?
The split-screen comparison mode is designed specifically for side-by-side visual inspection. To drop feedback pins, markup annotations, or log actionable tasks, simply switch back to the standard single-asset review mode.