If the official tools don't suit you, several community-made alternatives offer similar features: FM Scout Editor

Once the files are in place, launch Football Manager 2019 and start a . On the top-right of the database selection screen, you will see a section labeled "Database." Clicking this allows you to manually select which custom .fmf files you want to load.

If you’re creating new league structures, always use the "Verify" function to check for fixture conflicts. Unique Descriptions:

Purchase it through the Steam Store or the in-game Downloads section. Community Tips & Mods

The FM19 Pre-Game Editor is a standalone utility provided by Sports Interactive. Unlike the In-Game Editor (which allows real-time edits during an active save for a small fee), the Pre-Game Editor is completely free and used before you start a new career. It allows for deep, structural changes to the game's core database. Key Capabilities:

Hover over your tab and click on Tools from the dropdown menu. Scroll down until you find Football Manager 2019 Editor . Right-click the title and select Install .

The cornerstone of the pre-game editor is the section. FM19 expanded this significantly by standardising code across all editable competitions.

Best for simple changes, such as changing the number of teams in a league or altering substitution rules (e.g., allowing 5 subs instead of 3).