How to Compare Two Image Versions Side by Side
zipBoard lets you compare two versions of an image or design side-by-side on one screen. Check visual and graphic updates and manually verify if feedback from the previous version has been addressed all without downloading extra files or switching apps.
How to Compare Two Image Versions Side by Side
- Open Your Image File
Navigate to your project in zipBoard, go to Uploads, and select the image asset you want to review. Make sure that the version dropdown shows at least V1 and V2. See how to upload a new version here.
- Enable Side-by-Side Comparison Mode
Click the Version dropdown menu in the upper navigation bar and select Compare Versions.
- Select the Versions to Compare
Use the version selection dropdowns above each viewport to select the versions to compare.
- Inspect Edits Side-by-Side
Navigate across both image viewports to manually evaluate spatial, typography, or visual discrepancies between your base and target files. Both versions remain visible at the same time, allowing you to cross-check changes across matching regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What image formats are supported for side-by-side comparison?
The zipBoard viewer supports standard visual image formats, including PNG, JPG/JPEG, and SVG
Which file types and asset formats can I compare in zipBoard?
zipBoard supports side-by-side comparison across a wide range of asset types, including documents (PDFs), images (PNG, JPG/JPEG, SVG), videos, and live web URLs.
Can external clients or guest reviewers compare versions without a zipBoard account?
Yes. You can share a direct review link with external stakeholders, enabling clients and guest reviewers to view side-by-side version comparisons in their web browser without creating an account or logging in.
How do I select which versions to compare?
Within the comparison viewer, top toolbar dropdowns allow you to assign your base version in the left pane and your target version in the right pane, making it easy to cross-check any two iterations from your uploaded version history.
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.