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Re: sims game not placing stuff when clicked/lag in build mode

@waterb0ttles I have a few troubleshooting and clarification questions to begin with:

  • When did this issue begin?
  • Did you download any new content or did it come along with a patch?
  • Does it happen on a different lot? 
  • Does it happen in a new game save?
  • Did you try running a game repair? 
    • Open Origin, click ‘Game Library’ then right-click Sims 4 > Repair Game
    • If you’re on PC, make sure to let it run until it has completed all repairs (it will do the base game first, then run through each of your DLCs (Expansion Packs, Game Packs and Stuff Packs).
    • If you’re on Mac, the repair in Origin will only repair your base game. Learn why and how to repair your DLCs (Expansion Packs, Game Packs and Stuff Packs) at this link: https://bluebellflora.com/2020/06/17/repairing-sims-4-packs-in-origin/
  • Do you have Mods/CC, or did you have them in the past in your game? If so, please move your Mods folder from your "The Sims 4" folder [Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4] to your desktop (save it for reference) and delete the localthumbcache.package file in your “The Sims 4” folder. Then check in a new game save to see if this issue is still occurring. If the issue is gone, please re-add the Mods/CC one at a time until you find the one causing the issue. If you have a lot of Mods/CC you can try the 50/50 Method.

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  • SheriGR's avatar
    SheriGR
    Hero
    5 years ago

    @waterb0ttles Yay!! I'm so happy to hear it worked and that you're back in and enjoying your game! 🙌 Happy simming! 🙂