XDC Syntax Highlighting Theme for Notepad++

A custom User Defined Language (UDL) theme for Notepad++ to provide proper syntax highlighting for XDC (Xilinx Design Constraints) files. This repository includes two variations: a Dark Mode and a Light Mode theme, ensuring compatibility with your preferred Notepad++ style configuration.

Features

• Syntax Highlighting: Clear and accurate highlighting for XDC commands, keywords, and values.
• Dual Mode Support: Dedicated themes for both Dark and Light Notepad++ environments.
• Easy Installation: Simple process using Notepad++'s built-in UDL import function.

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Screenshots

• Dark Theme

• Light Theme

Installation

1. Download the Theme Files

Download the latest release ZIP file from the Releases page or clone this repository:

git clone https://github.com/pofa10/XDC_for_NotepadPP

2. Import the UDL File

You can install the theme using either of the following methods:

Option A: Direct GUI Import (Recommended)

1. Open Notepad++.
2. Go to menu: Language -> User Defined Language -> Define your language...
3. Click the Import... button.
4. Select XDC_DarkTheme.xml (for Dark Mode) or XDC_LightTheme.xml (for Light Mode) from the UDLs/ folder.
5. Restart Notepad++.

Option B: Copy to userDefineLangs Folder

The location depends on your Notepad++ installation:

• Standard Installation: %APPDATA%\Notepad++\userDefineLangs (Paste this path into your Windows Explorer address bar).
• Portable Installation: userDefineLangs\ subdirectory inside your Notepad++ folder.

Copy UDLs/XDC_DarkTheme.xml and/or UDLs/XDC_LightTheme.xml into that folder and restart Notepad++.

3. Apply the Theme

1. Open an XDC file (or open the included example.xdc to test highlighting) in Notepad++.
2. Go to the main menu: Language -> User Defined Language -> XDC_DarkTheme (or XDC_LightTheme).

Note: Select the theme that matches your global Notepad++ color scheme (configured under Settings -> Style Configurator).

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if you have any suggestions and ideas or fixing bugs, please feel free to connect with me: farrokhi.pourya@gmail.com

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