FileA - size x < 1048576 bytes
FileB - size y < 1048576 bytes
1) Compare by Contents - leave the window open
2) Use an external editor to modify one of the compare files
3) Return to Compare by Contents
4) Prompt: File(s) modified, re compare?
Perfect, exactly the behaviour I want.
New scenario:
FileA - size x >= 1048576 bytes
FileB - size y >= 1048576 bytes
Follow the steps above... But, at step 2) the file cannot be saved to disk 'as it is now in use' by 'Compare by Contents'
Question
Is there a workaround for this to increase the limitation?
Background: Map files being generated of files greater than the limit, means I have to remember to close 'Compare by Contents' before building.
I'd prefer not to use external tools, but may end up going this route
Thanks
Chris
Compare by contents > 1MB file size limit - files locked for external changes
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Re: Compare by contents > 1MB file size limit - files locked for external changes
Yes, this can be configured via wincmd.ini section [Configuration]
MaxCompareSizeInMem=<value in bytes>
The default is 1048576. Smaller files will be completely loaded into a memory block via ReadFile. Larger files will be mapped into memory, which locks them.
MaxCompareSizeInMem=<value in bytes>
The default is 1048576. Smaller files will be completely loaded into a memory block via ReadFile. Larger files will be mapped into memory, which locks them.
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Re: Compare by contents > 1MB file size limit - files locked for external changes
Fantastic, works a treat!
Enjoy the weekend
Chris
Enjoy the weekend
Chris