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FM Live Editor 26 - Exclusive

Ultra fast and lightweight real-time editor for Football Manager 26. Free powerful scouting for everyone, advanced editing with Smart History. High-octane alternative to the official In-Game Editor. Updated 11 Mar.

By Stam Updated on Mar 11, 2026 95619 views 252 comments

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Downloads: 17313 / Size: 4.4 MB / Added: 2026-01-23

Football Manager 2026 Tools - FM Live Editor 26 - Exclusive

FM Live Editor 26 (FMLE26 for short) is a powerful real time editor with a scouting edge for Football Manager 2026.

Compatibility: It works with Windows 10/11 and the latest 26.2.0 Steam, Epic, Game Pass and Game Pass Console versions of FM 2026.

FMLE26 has received 7 feature updates in just 6 weeks since launch, bringing a wealth of new functionality. With 17,000+ downloads, it's the most rapidly developed FM editor that keeps getting better.

Released: 23 January - v1.0.0 (early Beta)
Updated: 11 March - v1.7.4 (patchfix update)

Redistribution Policy

Exclusively available from fmscout.com.
If you want to put FM Live Editor on other sites, you may link back here but cannot host any files yourselves. Thank you!

Why Download?

✔ 4.3 MB - installs in seconds
✔ Launches in 1 second, loads data in under 2
✔ Compatible with all PC editions on Windows
✔ Updated within hours of new FM patches
✔ All scouting & search features are 100% free
✔ Preview every editing feature before you buy

FMLE Features

FMLE26 is a fully featured real-time editor with a scouting edge. It's fast, clean, and focused on what matters. The scouting features are simple but super useful.

For more advanced scouting, I recommend Genie Scout 26.

Here's an overview of the key features.

Smart Edit History

The first FM Editor with a "Pending & Undo" system; a unique feature designed for peace of mind.
✔ Fields you change get a red border (pending), while those you save get a green border (applied).
✔ Edit History page shows everything you have edited in your current session.
✔ Made a mistake? You can remove pending changes or undo applied edits instantly.

Clean & Easy Interface

I've focused on Quality of Life features that save you time.
✔ Editing should be fast and simple with click and drag fields wherever possible.
✔ Search works as live filtering and enables you to find any player, staff or club from your save instantly.
✔ Smart Navigation that remembers your last position and tab.
✔ Currency selector and UI zoom options for a personalized experience.

Powerful Search & Filters

The Advanced Search is a high-speed engine built directly into the editor, and it is 100% free for everyone.
✔ Find exactly who you need with powerful filters that go beyond the basic game.
✔ See critical data directly in your search results, which is ideal for quick scouting while you play.

What is Free - No License Required

✔ Full Advanced Search with overpowered filters
✔ Live filtering - find any player, staff, or club instantly
✔ View all player attributes, CA/PA, positions, traits, personality
✔ View club finances, facilities, stadium details, relations
✔ View contracts, clauses, wages, transfer status
✔ Preview the full editing system (pending edits, edit history)
✔ No sign-up, no credit card, no time limit
FMLE is a genuinely useful scouting companion even without a license.

What can you Edit - License Required

Human Managers
Become unsackable, register squad at any time, and change your manager stats.

Players
All attributes (with freeze option), CA/PA, positions, traits, personality, reputation, happiness, 2nd nationalities, registration, languages, fav/disliked clubs & people.

Staff
Attributes (with freeze option), CA/PA, coaching licenses, staff roles, reputation, preferred formations, relations, personal info.

Clubs
Finances, income, facilities, stadium, kit styles & colors, relations, affiliations, benefactor status, vision, supporters, tactical attributes, and more.

Contracts
Wages, dates, clauses (release, bonus), loyalty bonus, move to other club, cancel loans & future transfers, release on free.

Instant Actions
Heal injuries, fix fitness, remove bans, boost morale, inspire player, maximize team cohesion & tactical familiarity. Mass edit for entire squads.

Whenever there's a new official patch out, I'll do my best to update FMLE asap.

FMLE Screenshots

How to use FMLE

Current version 1.7.4 is compatible with the following Windows editions: Steam, Epic & Game Pass (including Console).

Unzip and install by running the .exe file.
Open Football Manager 26 and load your saved game.
Open FMLE 26.
Click on Load Data button. You need to be online for your first run and after an update.
Search for clubs, players, staff.
Double-click on an item from the results.
The profile will open in a tab and you can edit data there.
Once done editing click on the Save Changes button for the changes to take effect.

Support FM Live Editor

You can support the development of this tool by purchasing a license which unlocks the ability to save your edits for the 2026 version.
This is an one time upgrade which costs £5.49 / €5.99 / $6.99 (VAT is included).

✔ Activate on up to 3 devices at no extra cost
✔ 10% loyalty discount on the next edition (FMLE 27)
✔ Exclusive supporter badge on your FM Scout profile
✔ All future FMLE 26 updates included

Licenses

For support queries regarding licenses, please contact me via private message, live chat or [email protected].

Bug Reports

If you encounter any bugs, please report them in the official FMLE forum.

Important: Please keep a backup of your save game before using FMLE 26 to edit your game’s data. FMScout.com cannot be held liable for any corrupt game files, or any other issue caused by the use of FMLE 26. A backup will make sure that whatever happens, you will still have your saved game.

Version History

v1.7.4 -

11 Mar

: Patchfix for 26.2.0+2276383.
v1.7.3 -

9 Mar

: Patchfix for 26.2.0.
v1.7.2 -

8 Mar

: Feature update. Move players on loan. Move staff and humans to other club. Kits tab.
v1.6.2 -

27 Feb

: Feature update. Currency selector, UI zoom, happiness editing, release on free.
v1.5.2 -

22 Feb

: Feature update. Fully editable player relations, team cohesion, club supporters.
v1.4.2 -

19 Feb

: Patchfix for 26.1.3+2266940.
v1.4.1 -

15 Feb

: Feature update. Tactical familiarity, trained in nation/club, Game Pass Console.
v1.3.1 -

11 Feb

: Patchfix for 26.1.3.
v1.3.0 -

11 Feb

: Feature update. Personality, club income, transfer clauses, vision, affiliations, stadium dimensions.
v1.2.0 -

31 Jan

: Feature update. Player relations, club relations, kit style preview.
v1.1.0 -

25 Jan

: Feature update. Kit styles editing, advanced search filters.
v1.0.0 -

23 Jan

: Initial release.

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Downloads: 17313 / Size: 4.4 MB / Added: 2026-01-23

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Discussion: FM Live Editor 26 - Exclusive

252 comments have been posted so far.

yuh1910 • 1 week ago

Why is it that when I click Load Data, the system doesn't respond at all, displaying a red message that says "Not Connected" even though I'm in the game?
Stam • 1 week ago

@quamhe obed: That won't be in the next update because I need more time to research it thoroughly. But I'll add option to move player on loan.
quamhe obed • 1 week ago

i hope in your next update you will add a transfer fee option to the move player to other club section and also a date the transfer will take effect
Stam • 1 week ago

@northy14: The colored boxes below the kits aren't editable yet. FMLE allows you to edit only the shirt so far. I've mapped out the rest as well, but there's not enough space on the Club's Overview to show all of them. I'll introduce a new tab dedicated to Kits in a future feature update.

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northy14 • 1 week ago

Hello. thank you for a great editor.
Was wondering if there is anyway to change the kit colour of teams according to the game (e.g. if you go to club site and it shows the colour under each kit) or if this is a limitation on the games part? I'm trying to stop kit clashes when using added kits
Bouzzy • 1 week ago

OK, thank you and I removed my comment
Stam • 1 week ago

@Bouzzy: Moving staff and human managers to other clubs is not yet implemented. It's on my list for the next feature update, alongside moving players to other clubs on loan, removing club vision objectives and a few more things. From the version history you can see I've rolled out 6 feature updates in the first 5 weeks.
Bouzzy • 1 week ago

for me as manager to change team
Stam • 1 week ago

@Bouzzy: If you're referring to changing club for a player, go to the Contract tab to find the Move to other club button. Is that what you're looking for? I don't appreciate your "it will not work" reaction nor the bit about the original editor.
Bouzzy • 1 week ago

It is not working and it will not work
I should have bought the original editor
It confirms I've the paid (latest) version but I'm missing the features to change club, I'm using steam platform
benny44 • 2 weeks ago

will it be available on mac?
Stam • 2 weeks ago

FMLE v1.6.2 is now available. This update brings new functionality and fixes a bug with player's release clauses. Enjoy!

List of Changes
- Added Currency selector under Settings menu
- Added Zoom options under Settings menu for users on larger screens
- Added Release on a Free button and Happiness dropdown on player's Contract
- Added 2 more Kit Colors for number and number outline
- Added ESC Slots on club's Overview
- Fixed a crashing bug when adding release clauses to player's Contract

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Stam • 2 weeks ago

@Shaunessy1983: On the player's Contract tab you can see the status of Unhappiness in a Yes/No fashion. Then on the player's Overview tab you can use the Inspire button which removes unhappiness among other things. I could add an explicit setting/dropdown for happiness though.

@igorferreira118: Currently that's not possible. I'm hoping to add such an option with a feature update next month (March).

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Shaunessy1983 • 2 weeks ago

Can happiness be added and unhappines removed? also can reasons for unhappiness be removed? for example one of my players is unhappy a player was transfer listed. can that unhappiness be removed?
igorferreira118 • 2 weeks ago

is it possible to make a transfer from a free agent player or to make a player free agent?
Stam • 2 weeks ago

@midoooww: I haven't tested it on a network game, but it's not supposed to work in online saves. I'll investigate what's going on though.
midoooww • 2 weeks ago

Hello i have a big problem when i use it with friends in online saves my save is always corrupted
Stam • 2 weeks ago

@JamesFR12: Edit the club logo how? As in the graphic? FMLE is not an image editing app. You can change the club colors though.

@D@wn: You can freely download, install, use the scouting features, and explore what's possible to be edited. You need a paid license in order to save changes you wish to make.
JamesFR12 • 2 weeks ago

Is it possible to edit the club logo ?
D@wn • 2 weeks ago

WISH I HAVE MONEY, I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE THIS FILE
Stam • 3 weeks ago

FMLE v1.5.2 is now available. This update brings powerful new functionality and improvements. Enjoy!

List of Changes
- Player Relations fully editable (2nd nations, registration, languages, fav/disliked clubs & people)
- New tab Supporters on Club profile with editable base spread and profile attributes
- Maximize Team Cohesion button added on Teams tab
- Tactical Familiarity and Team Cohesion indications on Teams tab
- Added Tactical Attributes (4 preferred formations) on Club overview
- Added Loyalty Bonus weekly fee on player's Contract tab
- Added pitch with color coded and clickable positions on player's Positions & Traits tab
- Revamped data columns on Teams tab
Stam • 3 weeks ago

@ScorpioAres: Any chance your save wasn't fully loaded (in-game) when that happened? I can't really think of another reason.
ScorpioAres • 3 weeks ago

@Stam: Windows + Steam. May this be related to the language of the game?
Wait, I tried it again just now. It works. I am not sure why this happens. If same thing happens again, I will ask you next time.
Thank you.
Stam • 3 weeks ago

@ScorpioAres: What platform are you on?

@Alan59: You should have an email with a link you can use to connect your order to your account here.
ScorpioAres • 3 weeks ago

Hi Stam.
I can search clubs and staffs, but there is no player in player search page. It seems that the tool loads staff and club data exceopt player data.
Can you help me solve this?

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