Use the MapBasic & SQL Preferences dialog box to change the display and execution behavior of the MapBasic and SQL windows.
To display this dialog box, on the PRO tab, select Options and then click MapBasic & SQL.
Enter Key executes command (works for MapBasic window only)
If checked, the Enter key executes a MapBasic command, otherwise if unchecked Ctrl + Enter executes a MapBasic command.
Enable Syntax Highlighting
If checked, enable syntax highlighting of keywords, strings, and constants.