If you are creating a mod, "text" usually refers to (the actual words shown in-game) or Scripts (the logic). Localisation (.yml) : In your mod folder, create a file ending in _l_english.yml .
: Right-click your .eu4 save file and use 7-Zip to "Extract files...".
: Once edited, select the files and use 7-Zip to create a new .zip archive, then rename the extension back to .eu4 . Europa Universalis 7z
You can run simple batch scripts in-game using the Console Command run [filename].txt if the file is placed in your main EU4 directory. Recommended Tools
To create or edit text for —specifically for modding or save-game editing using 7z (7-Zip) —you need to manage the game's use of compressed archives and specific text formats like .yml and .txt . Editing Compressed Save Files If you are creating a mod, "text" usually
EU4 save files are often compressed archives. To edit them as text:
Note : Some Paradox games require specific compression settings (like UNIX-style newlines) to avoid "broken save" errors. Creating Text for Mods : Once edited, select the files and use
: The first line must be l_english: . Every subsequent line must start with a single space followed by a unique key and its text in quotes (e.g., MY_NEW_EVENT: "The Great Discovery" ).