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How to do a Sims 4 factory reset?

To reset your game:
  1. Go to My Documents.
  2. Find The Sims 4 folder.
  3. Click on it and press Delete.
  4. Confirm you want to delete the folder.
  5. Empty your Recycle Bin.
  6. Restart your computer.
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What does reset object debug do in Sims 4?

Once testing cheats are enabled PC and Mac users can hold the shift button and then click on the sim that needs resetting. This will give you a menu from which you can select Reset Object (Debug). Your sim will now jump a little and unfreeze, resetting their wishes and moodlets but keeping their needs the same.
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How to uninstall and reinstall Sims 4 without losing saves?

Right-click on your Sims 4 folder, select Cut and Paste it to the desktop. You don't need to backup the whole Sims 4 folder, but it's the easiest way to back your Sims 4 files up that I've found. Everything gets saved, including game saves, mods and user options, and you won't loose anything.
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How do I uninstall and reinstall Sims 4?

Since Game Packs are installed directly from the Origin Client, uninstalling add-on content is only possible by uninstalling The Sims 4. Once you re-install the game, you can pick and choose add-ons to install again. To uninstall The Sims 4, right click the game in the Origin Client and select “Uninstall”.
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How do I start Sims 4 from scratch?

When you are in opening screen before starting the game, just push the big + at the header on the right. Its to start a new game. If you want to save resources on computer open the Sims 4 folder and remove the saves folder to a USB or to your desk top then go to opening screen and push the + sign.
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Sims 4 Folder Refresh - PC/Mac Tutorial 2020

How do you restart Sims to the beginning?

Simply leave the game as you would normally, and launch it again. If you want you can even restart Origin to make sure to trigger the download of your Spa Pack.
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How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app
  1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
  2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
  3. Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click Download Now.
  5. Download and open the EA app on your PC.
  6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
  7. Click Download.
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How do I reinstall Sims 4 on my laptop?

How to Download on PC
  1. Go to the EA website to downlaod the EA app.
  2. Sign into your EA account or create a new account.
  3. Search for 'The Sims 4' using the search bar.
  4. Go to the Sims 4 store page to download the game for free.
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Can I uninstall and reinstall Origin?

If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.
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How do you reset Sims 4 without losing everything?

Windows
  1. Go to My Documents.
  2. Open the Electronic Arts folder.
  3. Find The Sims 4 folder.
  4. Right-click on it and choose Copy.
  5. Go to your Desktop.
  6. Right-click on a free space and choose Paste.
  7. Right-click on the copied folder and choose Rename.
  8. Change the name of the folder to something you'll remember, like Sims 4 Backup.
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Why is there no Sims 5?

There is not currently a Sims 5 release date

All that we currently know about The Sims 5's release window is that it's a long way off. The game is still in the early stages of development, and it was judged to be at least a couple of years away when it was announced in October 2022.
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What happens if I delete all my Sims 4 files?

The user files are created after the game is first started and if you delete those files they will be recreated the next time the game starts. The core game files should be removed by uninstalling the game.
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How do I reset my Sims?

Type resetSim Firstname Lastname and click Enter. Make sure you enter the name of the Sim you want to reset. For example: If you want to reset Gobias Koffi, type: resetSim Gobias Koffi, and press Enter. If you need to reset all of the Sims in your current game, you can type resetSim *.
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What does debugging a SIM do?

Debug items in The Sims 4 are decorative items used to fill worlds, which are usually hidden from the build and buy menus. With cheats in The Sims 4, we can access these items and use them to decorate lots. Debug items are also an easy way to access all the collectables in the game, such as the MySimsGo!
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What does erasing Sims do?

Reset app preferences will restore all of your app and notification defaults, among other things. Erase downloaded SIMs will help you delete any digital SIMs you no longer need. However, none of these will delete the data on your phone.
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Will I lose everything if I reinstall Sims 4?

You will not loose any of your Sims 4 files if you uninstall/reinstall Sims 4. This includes gifted Sims 4 packs. However, if you're still unsure copy the Sims 4 folder to your desktop or a USB key. Your saved games, mods and custom content will be safe this way.
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Why can't i reinstall Sims 4?

You need to uninstall before you reinstall. Usually the core game is ok but the user data causes the issues so no uninstall/install is needed. To reinstall the game you need to uninstall the game, clean the registry (use ccleaner - there is a free version), move the user data to your desktop, install the game.
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Can I reinstall Sims 4 on new computer?

To install the game on your new computer, just install Origin, login, go to your game library, click on the Sims 4 icon, and press Download. You can install any game you own for free on the new computer without having to uninstall from the old one.
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Will the Sims ever be free again?

When does The Sims 4 become free to play? The Sims 4 will go free-to-play on 18th October 2022, EA has confirmed. (Of course, all of its many expansions will continue to be sold separately).
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Does deleting Origin delete the Sims?

No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!
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Can I play Sims 4 without EA account?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4.
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How to reinstall Sims 4?

Re: how do i reinstall sims 4 on the new origin update?
  1. Open Origin and log in with the account in which you have your game.
  2. Go to Game Library.
  3. Click on The Sims 4.
  4. You will get information about the game, and you should see an orange button with the "Download" option. Click on it.
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How do you start a new game with an old sim Sims 4?

Click on the throw away sim, hover over the thumbnail pic and you get the option to delete the sim. In your Main Menu select 'Create New Household' then if you already have a family created, just go to 'Open Gallery' > 'My Library' and select the family you want to play.
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How do you fully edit your sims in the create a sim after starting a game?

Press CTRL + Shift + C on your keyboard. Type in “cas.fulleditmode” and press “Enter.” Close the dialogue box by pressing CTRL + Shift + C again and go to the sim you want to edit. Press and hold “Shift” and then click the sim and choose “Modify” in CAS.
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