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TOOL v2.9.2: Adventure Awaits Update
🕑 Added 2025-09-23 16:14:00 +0000 UTC2.9.2 UPDATE:
Fixed UI visual glitches with 9/16/25 patch
Prepped for compatibility Adventure Awaits world and pack.
Fixed Pack Selection UI not displaying
===Previous Updates===
TOOL v2.8 comes with a draggable dialog window! Just click on the TOOL dialog title and drag it to where you'd like the dialog to be. This setting will automatically load when starting a new game session.
Thanks everyone!
2.8.10 UPDATE:
Tracked down and fixed Escape issue, where dialogs would get "hidden" in queue and reappear when saving the game.
Fixed borders of dialogs lacking rounded edges.
2.8.9 UPDATE:
Updated compatibility for Businesses & Hobbies
Thank you to those who were patient. To those who were not, start.
2.8.7 UPDATE:
Added in-game detection & notice for conflicting UI mods (Typically UI Recolors)
Fixed off-lot objects disappearing on rental or apartment properties.
Fixed dragging functionality for TOOL dialogs.
Added compatibility with Life & Death world
2.8.3 UPDATE:
Adds compatibility for the Reaper Rewards Event.
2.7.2 UPDATE:
Please re-update to 2.7.2 to fix any remaining issues with TOOL's menu not showing in Better BuildBuy.
2.7.1 UPDATE:
Implemented temporary patch for EA scripted dialog issues.
Added necessary data for For Rent Pack and world.
2.7 UPDATE:
TOOL now has a Stay Open option in settings that will repeat the last command until the user click cancel.
By feedback patrons' decision, the stay open option is on by default. If you prefer not to use this option, please be sure to turn it off in settings when installing a fresh copy of TOOL.
Fixed a specific scenario where the move grid does not disappear, triggered by deactivating all objects before clicking OK to the move prompt.
2.6.4 UPDATE:
Fixed a bug that could cause the group selection box to not reappear after hiding it while the circle was not closed.
Fixed a bug that could compound an EA gallery bug and cause a LUIE.
2.6.3 UPDATE:
Fixed graphical issues with the 10-11-22 game patch.
Added compatibility for the new EA tutorial dialogs.
2.6 UPDATE:
TOOL now tells players when their script mods aren't turned on.
Added compatibility for the Moonwood Mill world that came with Werewolves.
2.5 UPDATES:
TOOL will now notify you in-game when an update is available. This should help reduce the amount of people clinging to year old versions of TOOL.
Due to a game bug introduced by EA several patches ago, off-lot objects were disappearing any time players loaded an apartment/dorm style lot. I've implemented a workaround for this.
Reduced the radius for closing the grouping box, as TOOL users are usually working in a smaller space than Create-A-World testers. This means you'll be able to click closer to the original point before it will snap close.
2.4 UPDATES:
The grouping box now supports any polygonal shape.
The grouping box visualizer follows terrain
The grouping box can now select multiple levels.
====Original Post====
Want TOOL in build mode? Grab Better BuildBuy as well!
TOOL v2.3 brings a new feature called Rotate Around Center. It's a toggle in the rotate dialog that lets you choose whether group rotation will rotate all objects around their own axis, or around the group's center.
This video demonstrates the difference.
Many players requested this, as it'll allow them to rotate TOOL-only builds after they've finished, instead of having to plan which rotation they want to begin with. I hope everyone enjoys.
Rotation Around Center added to Rotate Dialog
Added an improved rotation indicator. The circle is now a gradient.
Dim = 0. Bright = 360.
Positive rotation amounts will always move dim -> bright.
❓❔❓ HOW TO USE ❓❔❓
TOOL Build Mode Quick-Start
Better BuildBuy must also be installed.
The usage is the same as regular TOOL, except you will automatically be placed in TOOL mode any time the TOOL dialog is open.
Toggle TOOL in build mode by pressing Shift+T
In addition, shift+clicking surfaces will automatically place a group box marker. This can be used in combination with the Toggle Group button to highlight many objects at once.
When the TOOL extension is open, ctrl+z and ctrl+y will handle the TOOL undo/redo instead of the buildbuy undo/redo. Buildbuy undo still works when TOOL is closed.
If you're new to TOOL entirely, refer to my original tutorial.
TOOL Live Mode Quick-Start
No other mods are required.
Need to enter testingcheats true or you can optionally force it always on using my AlwaysTesting mod.
Shift+click objects for TOOL menu
Shift+click surfaces for TOOL options menus.
If you're new to TOOL entirely, refer to my original tutorial.
Install Instructions
⚠ FOLLOW IT WORD FOR WORD. ⚠
1. Delete any existing copies you have for TOOL.
2. DONT use any zip extract options. Instead, OPEN the "TwistedMexi's TOOL v2.9.2 Official" zip by clicking it and drag the "Tmex-TOOL" folder inside to your mods root. That's it! Do NOT restructure or modify the files in any way.
3. Make sure 👉Script👈 Mods are enabled in gameplay options -> "Other". Restart if it wasn't.
Comments
Carlie Guadagnolo
Your mods truly make this game fun for me! Thank you for all your hard work. :)
Lori Nyenhuis
Thank you!
szanne7000
You are armazing - thank you so much! 🔥🐐🔥
joyyou10272009
Did it an again. Thank you so much for the tool mod and I cannot create without it. It is always worth the wait. Thanks again
joyyou10272009
Sorry I hit enter by mistake. I love building in the Sims 4 and cannot l Th
joyyou10272009
I love to build in the Sims 4 and i
Nessi
As a builder/decorator on the Sims 4 I cannot live without this mod so thank you a million times for this mod and all you do!!
LeppLass
OMGOSH TY TY TY!!!!!!!!!!!!! When I saw this notification, my heart leapt!!! 😍😍😍
TwistedMexi
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Lili Fras
Thank you so much! I hope you had a nice vacation. Can you give me a link to where I can ask about some problems I have been experiencing with tool lately? Thanks.
ChloeChippers
My tool mod isn't working at all, it won't pick up anything even using alt. It will open the menu when pressing shift and t. I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling. Removing my other mods. Using an older version and it still doesn't work.
Wither
Hii sorry to bother you but my games arent loading households. Better exceptions says its from this mod but when i took it out it says its from instance_manager.py I was just wondering if i could get help with it. i hope you have a good day <3
RobertAtNyte
😍🔥😍 WooHoo!!!!!!
TwistedMexi
Paintings just behave weird and not all can be resized
hannemanart
Is anyone else having issues with TOOL not selecting objects? I tried resizing a painting, but it wouldn’t let me select it. I checked scale, elevate, or rotate—it just opens a blank screen.
szanne7000
😍🔥😍
Heather Clark
I really appreciate you and everything you do for this community!
Lisa Morris
Thank you!
Squiddzzy
Thank you! Your hard work is appreciated.
LeppLass
Awesomeeeeeee TY TY so much!!!!
Galaxy012
Thank you!
Lilith Coan
After the newest base game update I haven't been able to save my game. I don't mean to rush you I was just wondering how soon this could be resolved as I am mainly a builder? Please let me know, however please don't rush yourself! Thank you!
rainasimzoi
same. I hade to take my UI recolor out
EMPRESS KAY
I'm getting a pop-up in my game of the tool mod, not compatible with UI recolor?
Erin Walton
I keep getting an error: Possible Cause: Server\traits\trait_tracker.py I’ve done the 50/50 method, repaired the game, deleted all of the traits I had installed, and I have the mod manager and it tells me everything is updated to date. Has anyone seen this before?? 😩😩 it seems to have messed up my needs meters. It only shows fun and social.
淑珍 袁
When will it be updated?
Barbie sim
so after testing with all the UI mods that came up with BE, none had issues with TOOL.. but i noticed this happens when you turn on organized debug. But you can still play your game and build.
Barbie sim
are there any known conflicts with TOOL? i got an ingame popup that i have a tool conflict, for a mod that alters pop up dialogs, but i didn't add any new mods.. and never had this issue before, so im not sure whats causing it
RobertAtNyte
Thank you! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Aêlith NightBloom
Awesome sauce!!! Thanks for the update
Hayley
Thank you!
Christine Garand
Thank you!!!
Atruesimtale
We really appreciate you taking the time to update, will you be doing searchable pose as well because I dont even know how I played without it before.
szanne7000
🥰🤗🥰 Thank you! 🥰🤗🥰
Jennifer Richmond
Thank you for all your updates! Your mods make the game so much better and I always appreciate how quickly you update.
