Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I want syntax highlighting. When will it be included?

Q: I want syntax highlighting. When will it be included?

A: Currently, the GTK+ Text widget isn't suitable for syntax highlighting to be implemented reliably. We might add syntax highlighting when we migrate to the new text widget.

On the other hand, gedit intends to be a simple text editor. If you are looking for syntax highlighting, we strongly recommend you use a full featured text editor like VIM, emacs, or elvis.