> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Formula Comparison

## Overview

The Formula Comparison feature allows you to analyze multiple formula versions side-by-side to understand changes, evolution, and differences between formulations.

### Adding Formulas for Comparison

1. With your first formula loaded, click the “Scale” button to access comparison options.

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2. A pop-up will appear asking if you want to “Add this formula for comparison.” Check the box to include the currently loaded formula in your comparison set.

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   1. To add more formulas to your comparison:
      1. Navigate to another formula using the View Formula process.
      2. Repeat the process to add it to your comparison list.
   2. Manage you comparison list:
      1. To remove a formula from the comparison list, click the red “x” button next to the formula.
      2. To clear all formulas from the comparison list, click the `Reset` button.
   3. Once you have selected your formulas, click `Compare` to detailed comparison view.

      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/decoart-e7110480/ISBX2Qx1O-o5MBId/images/part-information/formula-comparison/Screenshot_2025-10-22_at_5.31.23_PM.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=ISBX2Qx1O-o5MBId&q=85&s=83994eb468fbe5bfb367a75bc5741154" alt="Screenshot 2025-10-22 at 5.31.23 PM.png" width="1743" height="801" data-path="images/part-information/formula-comparison/Screenshot_2025-10-22_at_5.31.23_PM.png" />

### Understanding Comparison Results

The comparison results use a color-coding system to highlight different types of changes between formulas:

* `Red`: Parts that are not present in all formulas.
* `Orange`: Same material used in multiple formulas but with different quantities.
* `Yellow`: Same parts but in different order within the formula sequence.
* `Grey`: Processing instructions and messages.
* `White`: Identical materials with the same quantities.
