unexpected symbol near '<something>'

The problem

When starting the resource, the console shows "unexpected symbol near '...'" and the script doesn't load.

The cause

It's a Lua syntax error: a missing or extra `end`, an unclosed parenthesis or brace, an extra comma, or an unclosed quote.

The solution

The message gives you the file and the approximate line. Look right BEFORE the symbol it mentions:

-- Missing the function's closing 'end'
local function dar()
    print('hello')
-- end  <- this was missing

-- Or an unclosed parenthesis
if (jugador and dinero then  -- missing the ')'
    -- ...
end

Step by step

1. 1.Open the file at the line the console indicates.
2. 2.Make sure every `function`, `if`, `for` and `while` has its `end`.
3. 3.Check parentheses and braces are matched, and quotes are closed.
4. 4.Use an editor with syntax highlighting (VS Code) or run it through the AI tool to locate it instantly.

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