How can syntax highlighting help identify potential errors in PHP code?

Syntax highlighting can help identify potential errors in PHP code by visually highlighting different elements of the code such as variables, functions, and keywords in different colors. This can make it easier to spot syntax errors, such as missing semicolons or parentheses, as they will not be highlighted correctly. Additionally, it can help identify typos or misspelled function names by not highlighting them in the expected color.

// Incorrect code with syntax error
$name = "John"
echo "Hello, $name!"
```

```php
// Corrected code with syntax error fixed
$name = "John";
echo "Hello, $name!";