Xshell Highlight Sets

Select the and Background Color . A common practice is using a dark background with a high-contrast text color for critical warnings. Step 5: Apply the Set

Perfect for making log entry times stand out without being overwhelming. \b\d2:\d2:\d2\b Use code with caution. Matching HTTP Status Codes : \b2[0-9]2\b Highlight 4xx Client Errors (Yellow) : \b4[0-9]2\b Highlight 5xx Server Errors (Red) : \b5[0-9]2\b Matching Hexadecimal / Memory Addresses Crucial for low-level debugging and kernel logs. \b0x[0-9a-fA-F]+\b Use code with caution. Troubleshooting Common Issues Highlights Are Not Showing Up

In the field, type the exact word you want to track (e.g., ERROR ). Under the Style section, customize the appearance: xshell highlight sets

In the area of the dialog box, choose your preferred style. You can change the Text Color and Background Color .

Perfect for tracking network requests or identifying source machines in access logs. \b(?:[0-9]1,3\.)3[0-9]1,3\b Recommended Style: Cyan foreground, No background. 2. Highlight Core HTTP Status Codes Select the and Background Color

Setting up your first Highlight Set takes less than two minutes. Follow these step-by-step instructions. Step 1: Open the Highlight Set Manager Launch Xshell. Navigate to the top menu and click on . Select Highlight Sets... from the dropdown menu. Step 2: Create a New Set

Ensure your highlight selections complement your overall Xshell color scheme. For example, if you use a dark background theme (like Monokai or Solarized Dark ), avoid dark blue or dark grey highlights, as they will render the text unreadable. Always prioritize contrast. 3. Use Whole-Word Matching Wisely \b\d2:\d2:\d2\b Use code with caution

While it is tempting to color-code everything, over-configuring your highlight sets can lead to "visual fatigue"—a state where too many flashing colors make the screen harder to read than plain text.

Go to View > Highlight Set on the top menu and select your set from the dropdown list.