This video will show the steps for using a comparison diagram in NVivo:

Summary

The video introduces the comparison diagram feature in NVivo 12, highlighting its ability to compare two entities such as files, nodes, or cases. The presenter demonstrates how to create a comparison diagram using two interview respondents, Barbara and Dorothy, and explains how to interpret the results, including commonalities and unique attributes. The video also notes the limitations of the comparison diagram compared to project maps and discusses options for exporting the diagram.

Highlights

• 📊 Comparison Diagram Creation: Users can create a comparison diagram by accessing the explore ribbon and selecting the comparison diagram option, allowing for side-by-side comparisons of files, nodes, or cases.
• 👥 Demonstration of Comparison: The presenter compares two cases (interview respondents Barbara and Dorothy), illustrating how common and unique elements are displayed in the diagram.
• 🔄 Customization Options: Users can customize the diagram by turning off certain elements like relationships and files coded to focus on specific differences, enhancing clarity in the comparison.
• 📁 Exporting Diagrams: Once satisfied with the comparison diagram, users can right-click to export it in various popular picture formats for further use.

• Key Moments 

  • Introduction to Comparison Diagram00:05

    • The video provides a quick introduction to creating a comparison diagram in NVivo.
    • Users can access the comparison diagram via the explore ribbon in the diagrams area.
    • The comparison diagram allows for the comparison of two files, nodes, or cases only.

  • Demonstration of Comparing Cases00:25

    • The presenter demonstrates comparing two interview respondents, Barbara and Dorothy.
    • The comparison diagram shows Barbara on the left and Dorothy on the right, with commonalities in the middle.

  • Analyzing Unique and Common Elements00:45

    • Unique elements for each participant appear on their respective sides, while shared elements are displayed centrally.
    • Elements compared include files coded, codes, coding memo links, and relationships.

  • Customizing the Comparison Diagram01:15

    • Users can customize the view by turning off certain elements like relationships and files coded to focus on coding differences.
    • The comparison diagram offers a clear layout for analyzing differences between two units.

  • Limitations and Exporting Options01:35

    • The comparison diagram has limitations; for more complex comparisons, a project map is recommended.
    • Users can export the diagram in various