Papyrus Ini Manipulator

⭐ ⭐⭐ (7,810 endorsements) 📥 2.2M downloads 📌 v1.9.8 📅 3/28/2022
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By Meridiano · Modders Resources

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 8/8/2026 📅 Created: 3/28/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
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4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗
6📦 SKSE64 Find it →

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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #16 of 35 Modders Resources mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

"Papyrus Ini Manipulator" is a SKSE64 plugin that adds some Papyrus functions to read and write ini files with correct structure - unique sections within a file, unique keys within a section and so on. Regular ini files in sum.

key = value

Brief Overview - Papyrus

-- General --

String Function GetVersion() > returns "Major-Minor-Patch-0" string. For example, "1-2-3-0".

String Function GetTranslation(String sKey) > returns SKSE translation of given sKey ("$SKI_MSG1" > "This control requires a keyboard mapping").

-- Basic --

Bool Function IniDataExists(Int iLevel, ...) > level-dependent function.

  • []iLevel is 0 > returns if file exists on given sPath.[/]

    []iLevel is 1 > returns if section exists on given sPath and sSection.[/]

    []iLevel is 2 > returns if key exists on given sPath and sSection and sKey.[/]

Bool Function ClearIniData(Int iLevel, ...) > level-dependent function. Returns boolean true on success and boolean false on fail.

  • []iLevel is 0 > clears file on given sPath making it empty with no sections and keys and values.[/]

    []iLevel is 1 > clears section on given sPath and sSection making it empty with no keys and values.[/]

    []iLevel is 2 > clears key on given sPath and sSection and sKey making it empty with no value.[/]

Bool Function DestroyIniData(Int iLevel, ...) > level-dependent function. Returns boolean true on success and boolean false on fail.

  • []iLevel is 0 > removes file on given sPath with all its content.[/]

    []iLevel is 1 > removes section on given sPath and sSection with all its content.[/]

    []iLevel is 2 > removes key on given sPath and sSection and sKey with all its content.[/]

String[] Function GetIniData(Int iLevel, ...) > level-dependent function.

  • []iLevel is 0 > returns array with all sections in file on given sPath.[/]

    []iLevel is 1 > returns array with all keys in section on given sPath and sSection.[/]

    []iLevel is 2 > returns array with all chars in value on given sPath and sSection and sKey.[/]

-- Pullers --

Bool Function PullBoolFromIni(...) > returns boolean value on given sPath and sSection and sKey. Returns bDefault value on fail.

Int Function PullIntFromIni(...) > returns integer value on given sPath and sSection and sKey. Returns iDefault value on fail.

Float Function PullFloatFromIni(...) > returns float value on given sPath and sSection and sKey. Returns fDefault value on fail.

String Function PullStringFromIni(...) > returns string value on given sPath and sSection and sKey. Returns sDefault value on fail.

-- Pushers --

Push functions are force-dependent. This means t

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Papyrus Ini Manipulator is an SKSE64 plugin that lets modders read and write INI files directly from Papyrus scripts. With 7,810 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads, it's a proven resource for Skyrim Special Edition modding. Last updated August 2026, it remains actively maintained.

✨ Key Features

Adds Papyrus scripting functions to read and write INI files.
Requires SKSE64 to function.
Categorized as a Modders Resource, intended for mod authors.
High adoption with 7,810 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 7,810 endorsements — modders trust this plugin.
  • Massive 2.2 million downloads show it's a staple in the modding scene.
  • Actively updated as of August 2026, so it's likely compatible with current Skyrim builds.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires SKSE64, so it's not for console or non-SKSE setups.
  • As a modder's resource, it's useless for players unless they're making mods.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim mod authors who need to manage INI files from Papyrus scripts. If you're a player just looking for gameplay mods, skip this — it's a tool for creators. If you're a modder, this is a must-have utility to streamline your config handling.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure SKSE64 is installed and launched via its loader, or the plugin won't activate.
  • Check the mod's comments or forum threads for usage examples, since the description is sparse.
  • If you're a mod author, test the INI read/write functions in a dev save to avoid breaking your game.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Meridiano
Version
1.9.8
Downloads
2,164,085
Endorsements
7,810
Category
Modders Resources
Created
3/28/2022
Updated
8/8/2026

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