If just highlighting a keyword isn't noticeable enough, use a regex wildcard pattern like .*ERROR.* to colorize the entire line of the log entry, making it impossible to overlook.
Optionally add a background highlight for maximum visibility.
Under the "Highlight Sets" dropdown, select the set you created. Best Practices for Xshell Highlight Sets
If you are managing services or monitoring syslog , create a set named Server Alerts with these keyword rules: ERROR (Bright Red Text on Black Background) WARNING (Bright Yellow Text) SUCCESS or OK (Bright Green Text) FAIL (Red Background, White Text) For the Database Administrator
up , line protocol is up , ACTIVE , ESTABLISHED
Choose your text color, background color, and font style (bold, underline, etc.). Click OK to save the keyword to your set. 3. Applying to a Session
Reserve high-contrast, bright colors for critical issues that require immediate action:
Xshell processes highlight rules from top to bottom. If a piece of text matches multiple rules, the rule lower on the list will typically take precedence. Arrange your general patterns first and specific overrides last.
Effective highlight sets often include patterns for immediate troubleshooting:
Stick to universally understood color psychology to minimize cognitive load:
If just highlighting a keyword isn't noticeable enough, use a regex wildcard pattern like .*ERROR.* to colorize the entire line of the log entry, making it impossible to overlook.
Optionally add a background highlight for maximum visibility.
Under the "Highlight Sets" dropdown, select the set you created. Best Practices for Xshell Highlight Sets xshell highlight sets
If you are managing services or monitoring syslog , create a set named Server Alerts with these keyword rules: ERROR (Bright Red Text on Black Background) WARNING (Bright Yellow Text) SUCCESS or OK (Bright Green Text) FAIL (Red Background, White Text) For the Database Administrator
up , line protocol is up , ACTIVE , ESTABLISHED If just highlighting a keyword isn't noticeable enough,
Choose your text color, background color, and font style (bold, underline, etc.). Click OK to save the keyword to your set. 3. Applying to a Session
Reserve high-contrast, bright colors for critical issues that require immediate action: Best Practices for Xshell Highlight Sets If you
Xshell processes highlight rules from top to bottom. If a piece of text matches multiple rules, the rule lower on the list will typically take precedence. Arrange your general patterns first and specific overrides last.
Effective highlight sets often include patterns for immediate troubleshooting:
Stick to universally understood color psychology to minimize cognitive load: