note space_monk TMTOWTDI answer. :-) <p>Instead of reading the file line by line as suggested in other answers above, you could also read the entire file into a scalar and use a multi line regexp to do it. Look up use of the <b>/m</b> option on regexp matching. <p>Any Monk who wishes to extend this thread with a complete answer using this method is more than welcome to do so (I'm a bit short of time) <!-- Node text goes above. Div tags should contain sig only --> <div class="pmsig"><div class="pmsig-880879"> A Monk aims to give answers to those who have none, and to learn from those who know more. </div></div> 1005485 1005485