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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 30 Mar.

By Stam Updated on Mar 30, 2026 151465 views 315 comments

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Downloads: 25704 / Size: 4.5 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 9 feature updates in just 8 weeks since launch, bringing a wealth of new functionality. With 25,500+ downloads, it's the most rapidly developed FM editor that keeps getting better.

Released: 23 January - v1.0.0 (early Beta)
Updated: 30 March - v1.9.5 (26.3 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?

✔ 4.5 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 1.9.5 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

v1.9.5 -

30 Mar

: Patchfix for 26.3.0.
v1.9.4 -

27 Mar

: Feature update. Stadium Search. New editable fields for players. Works with Steam/Epic Demo. Misc improvements. Bug fixes.
v1.8.4 -

18 Mar

: Feature update. Light theme. Fully editable club affiliations. 40% faster loading. Bug fixes.
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: 25704 / Size: 4.5 MB / Added: 2026-01-23

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Discussion: FM Live Editor 26 - Exclusive

315 comments have been posted so far.

jaminbenj • 8 hours ago

Hey @Stam,

I'm having the same issue as Vaydiem & Gianni where a player is still registered for his old club after transferring him to mine, this is only happening when the player is set as available for his old clubs 2nd or youth team, or the player isn't from the clubs first team. This also happens when transferring a player out of my second or youth team to another club - they remain in the roster at my club.

I am also unable to use the editor to sign a free agent.
partym • 16 hours ago

@stam: Yes!
mitza8 • 17 hours ago

Can you add a setting to change the wage view? eg to annual
Also the settings seem to reset every time you close the app
Stam • 17 hours ago

@partym: Do you mean as extra columns on the club search screen?
partym • 18 hours ago

Great!
Is it possible to add Training Facilities, Youth Facilities, Youth Recruitment and Youth Academy in the club search result bar?
Next to Name, Nation, UID, Status, REP and Budget
Stam • 21 hours ago

@JamesTactics: FM26 rolled out a minor hotfix patch a few minutes ago. I've already updated FMLE to work with that. Try the 'Load Data' button again.
JamesTactics • 22 hours ago

tried loading data, it just says 'unsupported'. the live editor is also on the latest version. tried restarting the game and the app. anybody know what my problem could be?
conorpxf • 2 days ago

Adding destroy all in that place when I wasn't paying attention. RIP
Stam • 2 days ago

@Hawwy: Yes, it supports Steam (retail and public beta), Epic, Game Pass (PC and Console), even the Demo (on Steam and Epic). Try again please.
Hawwy • 3 days ago

its now saying that its unsopported. does it support fm on public beta?
Stam • 3 days ago

1.9.5 was a patchfix, meaning a simple app restart would work if you tried the Load Data button. Yes, I know you'd still get the popup window telling you about 1.9.5, that was confusing. But it works even if it's saying 1.9.4.

I've now updated the download link to get you a version that will be 1.9.5 by default and you won't see the popup for it. I also squeezed in a couple of minor additions as an Easter egg of sorts. On Club Overview you'll now see Next Fixture and on the Teams tab you'll get a Destroy All button that some of you requested. Plus up to 50% faster loading speed which makes it possible to load a full-database save with 570k players, 220k staff, etc in just 9 seconds. Enjoy!

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Hawwy • 3 days ago

When i pressing update its popping up again anly help?. The files when im dowloading it its saying 1.9.4 not 5

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Novicic • 3 days ago

The tool is only for local games and not for online games unless you're the host, right?
aitc • 3 days ago

Yeah, I think there might be an issue with the uploaded file @Stam, I have unzipped and run it assuming it is just a labelling issue but I still get prompted to download 1.9.5 when I open it.
Scratch that, it does actually load the save if you try it!

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polskaesc • 3 days ago

I tried it 3-4 times, but it’s still not working. It's still version 1.9.4, even though I ran it as an Administrator

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Stam • 3 days ago

@polskaesc: It doesn't matter. Patchfix updates don't require re-download and re-install. It will become 1.9.5 once you open it.
polskaesc • 3 days ago

Nice Work - thanks 4 that, the Download link is linked to the 1.9.4 Version
Stam • 3 days ago

FMLE has been updated to v1.9.5 and is now compatible with the 26.3.0 patch which was released about 1,5 hour ago. Enjoy!

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Stam • 3 days ago

The 26.3 patch was released about an hour ago. Just got home, so can now start working on updating FMLE for Steam, Epic, Game Pass and Console Game Pass.
sprata01 • 3 days ago

hey it says unsupported, im playing on xboxpc gamepass
limali12 • 4 days ago

so what i need to do?
you have any tutorial?
Stam • 4 days ago

@limali12: I wasn't referring to the game. I see no FMLE license tied to your member account.
limali12 • 4 days ago

@Stam, you told me that I needed a licensed version, but I already have it, I play the game with it, no one hacked it.
Stam • 4 days ago

@Chuey: Glad you like it. I feel this first version of the light theme is acceptable but can be improved further.
Chuey • 4 days ago

Thanks so much for bringing the light version out so quickly love it and it's much more useable for me <3

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