I am currently working on a project that involves syntax highlighting.

Does anyone have/know any good algorithms in implementing syntax highlighting?

I originally thought that I would just do it by line, but some lines are continuations of others, etc.
I wouldn't know to go after reserved words, operators, strings, or the like first. Any direction would be appreciated.

How are you displaying your text? (Rich Edit? Something you made? Console?)

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Simply just search for the word first...then you can add tags in front of it and behind it to change its color (if in a web page).. tht's it you have highlighted it!! :-)

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