Q:
How does the IDDE know which words to syntax highlight? Can I add my own words to this list?
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A:
The IDDE references the .INI files in the ~\VisualDSP\System\ directory to know what needs highlighting.
For example, to add a new keyword in SHARC assembly files, edit SHARCASM.INI with the keyword and specify how it should be highlighted (for example, as a preprocessor macro, register, mnemonic, etc.)
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If I understand you correctly, there is a way to add your own 'type' of keyword, with it's own colors, etc, separate from the rest of the predefined keywords. If you take the Blackfincc.ini file as an…
Unfortunately, the 'Settings:Preferences:Editor' options do not recognise any customizations made in the *.ini files, however the editor itself will recognize these changes and color any keywords…