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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 95776 views 252 comments

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Downloads: 17358 / 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: 17358 / 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.

mufafitz • 1 month ago

Great work. it would be really helpful if there's a way we can edit things in competitions, like prize money or tv deal. something that will allow us to balance financial power between top 5 leagues in the game because the EPL is far too strong. This will help make the game more competitive as well.
Stam • 1 month ago

FMLE v1.3.0 is now available. This update brings powerful new functionality and improvements. Enjoy!

List of Changes
- New tabs on Club profile: Income (editable), Vision, Transfer Clauses, Affiliations
- New on Player profile: Personality (editable)
- New on Club profile: Based and continental cup nations (editable), Stadium seat color and dimensions (editable)
- New Relations tab on Staff profile
- In Administration indication replaced by a fully working Transfer Embargo section
- VC runtime integrated to setup file (fixes rare issue for users who don't have that)
- Minor bug fixes and tweaks
Mossy1985 • 1 month ago

hi, ive installed it and uninstalled it but keep getting VCRUNTIME140.dll was not found. can you help thanks Mossy.
Stam • 1 month ago

Status update: I'm planning to roll out v1.3.0 tomorrow. That's going to be the 3rd feature update which will bring more new additions, such as new club tabs and more editable data. There's also a good chance for a patchfix update tomorrow night as the 26.1.3 patch is expected to drop tomorrow afternoon.
A mini tutorial series for FMLE is still on the cards for this month.
Stam • 1 month ago

@WolfieDan89: Make a change (e.g. increase Judging Player Ability to 20), press the Save Changes button and find the staff profile in-game. If you're already on the staff profile, press the Continue button once and return to the staff profile to see the change. The change won't revert back to what it was unless you press the Undo button.
WolfieDan89 • 1 month ago

Changes don't seem to save for me, I've got a licence but I'll make a change, save it and then within a few seconds on the editor the change will revert back to what it was previously and no changes show in game for it either.
This is happening when changing staff attributes. Not sure if I'm doing anything wrong or anything?
Stam • 1 month ago

@micaellllll: The process is automated. You should receive 2 emails after completing your order. 1 from Paddle with your receipt, and 1 from FMScout with instructions on how to connect your order with your member account here. I've manually resent the 2nd email.

@hustasz: I see your license is activated, so it might have been a momentary hiccup, or you didn't have an active internet connection for your first run.
micaellllll • 1 month ago

@Stam efetuei o pagamento e recebi o recibo no email e ainda não recebi a licença, é normal?
hustasz • 1 month ago

When i try to load data it says: (could not fetch offsets: failed to fetch offsets from steam (26.1.2+2255777)) and when i am trying to load licence it says Network error: timed out reading response. Any solutions?
Stam • 1 month ago

@vikie232: You need a paid license to unlock the ability to save your edits.
vikie232 • 1 month ago

the save button doesnt work mate
Stam • 1 month ago

@igorferreira: I'm currently working on adding club affiliations, sponsorships and vision. And yes, the player registration part is the most important one for player relations.

@davboc: Thanks for the kind words. I haven't fiddled with shortlist files yet.

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igorferreira118 • 1 month ago

Waiting for the editable relations... specially an option regarding the player registration on domestic and continental competitions.
davboc • 1 month ago

Really great work, congratulations! It would be a truly complete tool if it could manage shortlists, saving them to a file and allowing you to load the displayed one into the game, like fmscout does.
Stam • 1 month ago

@silispap: Yes, that's on my list. I'll be making player relations editable in one of the next 2 feature updates.

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silispap • 1 month ago

Heya Stam! Any idea if you're gonna implement the feature to edit a player's homegrown status at club and/or country?
Stam • 1 month ago

@MagisterN: This is how "Move to other club" works also in the in-game editor. It's not currently possible to create a future transfer, only to cancel it when you find one.

@lusocat: I can't replicate the issue you're describing. In the private messages we exchanged, you mentioned it's a custom database of (probably created) female players. If you can send me a copy of your save, I can test it.
MagisterN • 1 month ago

how do you sell players with a transfer fee.... i may be an idiot but all i see is move player for free
lusocat • 1 month ago

Dear friend Stam, the game can no longer be saved as I said before... I was editing with an all-female team.
Stam • 1 month ago

@lusocat: Write in English only. Please read our site rules. The editor works. I'll give you an example. If you're already on a player profile in-game and save a change using FMLE, you need to press Continue in-game until it moves forward (even if it's just an hour later on the same day). If you save a change BEFORE going to the player's profile, you'll see the change immediately.
Stam • 1 month ago

@Phenex: I did. All seem correct on my end. Just triggered a manual resend for the FMScout email. Message me on live chat or via pm.
Phenex • 1 month ago

@Stam I received 2 email from Paddle and PayPal, could you please check this situation?
Stam • 1 month ago

@Phenex: It should be automatic. After completing your order, you must receive 2 emails, 1 from Paddle and 1 from FMScout with instructions and a link to connect your order with your member account here. Make sure to check your spam too.
Phenex • 1 month ago

I've already paid and received the receipt, but I still haven't received the license. Is it normal for it to take so long?
Stam • 1 month ago

@ViE: I'll make sure to embed this in the setup file from the next version. It's only like 50KB. Thanks for the confirmation.

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