How can syntax highlighting in an editor help in identifying errors in PHP code?

Syntax highlighting in an editor can help identify errors in PHP code by visually highlighting different elements such as keywords, strings, variables, and functions in different colors. This makes it easier to spot syntax errors, missing brackets, or typos that may cause the code to break. By quickly identifying these issues, developers can fix them before running the code and encountering runtime errors. 

<?php

// Syntax error example
$name = "John";
echo "Hello, $name" // missing semicolon at the end

?>

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