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Editors

FM Skin Builder includes specialized editors for different file types. Each editor is optimized for its specific purpose, with both Simple and Expert modes available.

Simple vs Expert Mode

Before diving into specific editors, understand the two editing modes:

ModeDescriptionBest For
SimpleVisual interfaces, forms, drag-and-dropBeginners, quick edits
ExpertRaw code editing with syntax highlightingAdvanced users, full control

Toggle between modes using the status bar button or Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + M.

Learn more: Simple vs Expert Mode

Editor Overview

EditorFile TypesSimple ModeExpert Mode
CSS Editor.uss, .cssColor pickers, variable browserSyntax highlighting, auto-fix
UXML Editor.uxmlElement tree, drag-and-dropRaw XML editing
Config Editorconfig.jsonVisual formJSON editing
Mapping Editormapping.jsonFile-to-stylesheet UIJSON editing
Table View EditorTable configsColumn configurationJSON editing
Tile Layout EditorLayout configsVisual grid previewJSON editing
Inline Style EditorAny elementProperty panelLimited

Common Editor Features

All editors share these capabilities:

  • Tabs - Multiple files open simultaneously, drag to reorder
  • Undo/Redo - Unlimited history (Ctrl/Cmd + Z / Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + Z)
  • Find and Replace - Ctrl/Cmd + F to find, Ctrl/Cmd + H to replace
  • Split View - Right-click tab → Split Right/Down
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