My comment was very much tongue in cheek.

I hate blinking text, text-in-gifs and 30 seconds flash introductions with a vengence.

I like my code syntax highlighted, as it adds another dimension, and allows the computer to do much of the work of ensuring I close my quotes, don't misspell my keywords, highlights variables that have only been seen once (usually typos) etc. That's what computers are for.

As you say, when the graphic incorporates information not style, it is a definite plus.

Oh go on with you..... it doesn't hurt! Join already.