Best Practices
Essential tips and practices for safe and effective xEdit usage.
Backup Everything
- Always backup plugins before editing
- Keep multiple backup versions
- Test changes on copies first
- Use version control for important patches
Load Order Management
- Keep patches at the end of load order
- Use descriptive names for patches
- Document what each patch does
- Test load order changes thoroughly
Testing Procedures
- Test each change individually
- Verify changes work in-game
- Check for new conflicts after changes
- Keep a test save for validation
Documentation
- Document all custom patches
- Keep notes on what each edit does
- Record load order and dependencies
- Share knowledge with the community
Safety First
Never edit original mod files directly. Always create patches or work on copies to preserve the original mods.