jaytea, 2024 was merely an example. I remain neutral toward you two's viewpoints of how regex should be used and handled. Neither I agree nor disagree. Many programmers out there may have a different input from yours. At the end of the day, it all comes down to this: it's a matter of preference. You may see it as a bad habit; some may see it as a way to go. I won't say there is a right or wrong in this matter.