How to Resize objects in The Sims 4 is on the Sims Forum.
Adding variety to your builds is possible with the ability to size objects up and down.An excellent addition to any builder's tool box, this cheat will open up a whole host of new build mode opportunities for you to play around with.There are some warnings to be aware of.Not every item in the game will fit perfectly.As you experiment, you need to be aware of some graphical problems.
The cheat will work better with decorative items.If you want to size something up or down with no adverse effects, paintings, wall decorations, rugs, curtains, indoor and outdoor plants, sculptures, and even lamps are all great bets.For the most part, these objects are ideal targets for your creativity, even if you run into some issues.
It is a general rule that anything your Sims interact with won't work if they are sized up or down.Some weird visuals will be caused by Resizing objects like toilets, showers, beds or sofas.Before you make a permanent aspect of your build, be sure to playtest it to make sure it is functional.
Many more options are open to you if you don't intend to use the items you have resized.Furniture works well as a decorative object because it doesn't glitch visually.It could be fun to create a doll's house using scaled down versions of the items in the game.
You don't need to enter anything into the cheat bar to begin resizing objects.All you have to do is select the object, hold down Shift, and press the Right or Left Square Bracket Key.To size up an object, press the right and left square brackets.You can enlarge or shrink an object by pressing the keys multiple times.There is no limit to how many times you can enlarge an object, but you will only be able to shrink it a certain number of times.
There is a side effect of this cheat that enlarged objects can be placed outside of your lot.This shouldn't cause any major issues in your game, but it's something to be aware of.
You can use the resizing cheat to create unique builds.Being able to change the size of objects is a useful tool for any style of build and can help breathe new life into old Buy Mode items.There are a few ideas for you to try.
Most of the time, reorganizing cluttered items will look effective.You don't need to worry about glitching since these items are purely decorative.
You can fill up all of the empty space on your shelves, desks and side tables with Shrinking objects like statues, plants and even lamps.
The chess piece lamp and ballerina statue have been scaled down.Both potted plants have been shrunk.
Enlarged objects work the same way.If you struggle with making a room look fully decorated, larger objects can be a great tool.
Being able to change the size of rugs is very useful.The number of rugs you have available in your game can be more than doubled by this cheat.
Some of the rugs in The Sims 4 are too big for an average build.You can use these rug styles in smaller builds, giving you more average-sized houses with new decorating options.
The rug on the left is the size you should pull it out of.The size of the rug on the right is used in the image.
The price of the items will not change based on the size.If you put a rug down at half its usual size, it won't cost as much.This will work the other way around.If you are on a strict budget, you can use a $50 bath mat to fill your entire living room.An example of this can be seen in the image below.
Making a blank wall look exciting without breaking the bank is an easy way to Resizing paintings and wall-decorations.
A small canvas is a great tool for starter homes.It can make your build look stylish and well decorated without having to resort to motherlode.
A lot of the game's old-fashioned style paintings are larger because they have a heftier price tag.You can achieve the antique aesthetic but make it fit better into a smaller room by using this cheat.This effect can be seen in practice.
Toy cars are a great way to add realism to your game.We don't have any cars in The Sims 4, but you can add a toy car to your driveway and create a great effect.
The resizing cheat can be used outside of your houses.Adding a little more detail to your Sims backyards by Shrinking plants and shrubbery is a great way to do that.Adding some layers to your landscapes and giving your outdoor spaces a little more texture can be done if you vary the size of the plants in your garden.
A great way to use this cheat is bylarging rocks.Adding larger rocks to the space around your build can give the impression of sloping and slanting terrain, which can be seen in the perfectly flat lots of The Sims 4.
You can create something similar to a pond or lake by surrounding a pool with rocks of different sizes.