Compare two versions in a purchase order PDF
A purchase order is a header of addresses and terms over a table of items. Change the items, quantities and delivery details before you issue it, and keep the layout your supplier expects. See exactly what changed between two versions of a PDF.
How to do it
- 1.Open Compare PDF.
- 2.Add the old and the new version.
- 3.Review the highlighted differences.
What people change in a purchase order
- • PO number and date
- • Supplier and ship to addresses
- • Item lines, quantities and prices
- • Requested delivery date
- • Payment and delivery terms
What happens to the rest of the page
- • The differences between the two files are highlighted.
- • Useful before sending a revised draft.
Issue revisions, don't overwrite
If a PO was already sent, issue a revised one with a new number or revision mark so both sides know which is current.
Long descriptions wrap
Item descriptions wrap inside their cell and the row grows, pushing the rows below down evenly.
Questions people ask
+Do I need both files?
Yes. Add the old and the new version to compare them.
+Can I add rows for new items?
Yes. Click a cell in a nearby row and use Above or Below.
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