For a true portable experience (settings travel with the USB), you need to force XLCompare to use an INI file instead.
: Instead of running a traditional setup, you can simply take the xlCompare.exe file and place it in your preferred directory (e.g., C:\Tools\xlCompare or a portable drive).
(save as create_portable_xlc.bat ):
If you find yourself constantly hopping between computers or working in a restricted IT environment, the portable version is the only way to go.
The portable version retains the full functionality of the professional desktop suite:
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