Sims 4: View and change key assignments

Viewing the key assignment on Sims 4 is problematic. In our article, we will show you how you can still change some of the settings.

The key assignment in Sims 4

Under the game options in Sims 4 you will not find a precise listing of what button does what at all. Although many players have raised the issue, EA doesn't see any need to change this

• Unfortunately, there are no mods that allow you to change the key assignment or view them.
• One setting that you can definitely change is the camera work. You can reset these under the game options back to the Sims 3 camera control, with which you may be more familiar.
• We think that with this attitude you can work a little better and above all build.
• So that the gaming experience is more pleasant for you, we list the most important commands below. In this way, you can save yourself a few mouse paths with the useful shortcuts.

Key assignment for the construction mode

In construction mode, shortcuts are the be-all and end-all, as this can save you time. You can then put these into the design of the house.

• To move or rotate objects freely, you just have to hold down "Alt". This gives you more freedom in arranging the items because you are not bound to the grid.
• You can easily change colors and patterns by pressing the "+" or "-" button as long as the object has not yet been placed.
• You can sell objects quickly and easily with "Del".
• With "B" you immediately switch to the wall tool and can select wall coverings. Either for the whole wall ("Alt") or the whole room ("Shift").
• If you want to jump around between floors, use the "Page Up" and "Page Down" keys on your keyboard.
• You can switch the walls up or down with the adjacent keys "Home" and "End".
• If you want to move your whole house, press "U". You hereby automatically select all rooms that are in the domicile.

Sims 4 in live mode

You can also use some shortcuts in live mode. That makes the gaming experience more enjoyable.

• With "P" or the number "0" you can stop the time and pause the game.
• If you want to continue, press either "1", "2" or "3" for a correspondingly fast happening.
• We already explained how to take a screenshot in Sims 4 in another article.
• To quickly jump to the next Sim in the household, use the "N" key or simply the "Spacebar".

We have summarized the best tips for building mode in Sims 4 for you in our next practical tip. So you can get the best out of the house for your family. However, since you also have to finance this home, your Sims must earn enough money. We'll explain the tricks here in another gaming guide.