xTranslator
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 65 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #11 of 44 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
xTranslator is a comprehensive text editor and translation tool designed for Skyrim, Fallout 4, and Starfield. It allows users to edit esp/esm/papyrusPex files with advanced functionalities and data analysis. Additionally, it enables the creation of fuz/wem maps, NPC maps, and the ability to listen to audio files alongside corresponding dialogues.
It's actually the same tool for each game, you can choose and change your game workspace on the fly.
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The home for this tool is the Nexus, it's made on freetime and the access is free. Please, do not upload it elsewhere.
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FAQ: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/35/
How to quickly update an old installation of the translator: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/50/
A basic tutorial for simple dictionaries and quick first steps: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/23/
Editing similar strings with heuristic suggestion: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/176/
Converting esp/string Encoding: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/32/
AddHeader /Tags - DefUI/defHUD helpers tools: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/447/
Loading a set of old Skyrim Strings, or use espCompare to update SSE version of a mod: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/5/
A tutorial/Howto use the OldDialogStyle tool for the NewDialog Mod: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/11/
Translate Item Sorting mods with regEX: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/41/
Hints/tips/tricks: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/89/
Using RegEx: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/199/
Copy Paste & Quick Numerics replacement http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/215/?
Using a SpellChecker in Fallout4Translator: http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/articles/255/?
Importing NpcMap from xEdit: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/78/
How to use and get credentials keys for Online TranslatorAPIs: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/62/?
Add tag filter to strings and filter strings by tag: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/508/
Edit VMAD (text strings properties): http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/articles/507
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Features of the tool
Edition Modes :
1)Esp mode can load esp/esm file and perform direct translation
2)Strings mode can perform translation on s
xTranslator is a comprehensive text editor and translation tool for Skyrim, SkyrimSE, Fallout 4, Fallout76, and Starfield. It allows editing esp/esm/papyrusPex files with advanced functionalities and data analysis. With 6,179 endorsements and 140,420 downloads, it's a popular utility for modders and translators.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community trust — 6,179 endorsements and 140k downloads show this is a go-to tool for translators.
- Covers five Bethesda games, so you only need one tool for all your translation needs.
- Handles papyrusPex files, which is a niche but essential feature for script-heavy mods.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated July 2026 — if you're on an older game version, you might need to check compatibility.
- As a utility, it's not for casual players — you'll need to understand mod file structures to get the most out of it.
For mod authors and translators who work with Bethesda games and need a reliable tool to edit and translate esp/esm files. Also for modders who want to tweak papyrus scripts. Skip if you're just a player looking for gameplay mods — this is a development tool.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're new to modding, start with a simple esp file to get familiar with the interface before tackling complex translations.
- Always keep a backup of your original files before editing, as xTranslator can modify them directly.
- Check the mod's forum or comments for user guides, since the description doesn't detail all features.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- McGuffin
- Version
- 1.7.1
- Downloads
- 140,427
- Endorsements
- 6,210
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 9/2/2023
- Updated
- 8/15/2026
🔧 How to Install Starfield Mods
Download from Nexus.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Starfield →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Starfield commands, item IDs, and more.
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