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Troubleshooting (Conflicts + 50/50 basics)

 TROUBLESHOOTING — FIX MOD ISSUES FAST

If your game is glitching, missing menus, freezing, or acting cursed, do this in order. JayESims | Creating Sims 4 Content | Patreon

Quick Fixes (Do These First)

  1. Delete localthumbcache.package

  2. Restart the game

  3. Make sure Mods + Script Mods are enabled (and restart again)

Check Script Mod Placement

If a script mod is too deep in folders, it may not load.
Keep .ts4script no more than 1 folder deep.

The 50/50 Method (Best Way to Find Conflicts)

This is how you find the “problem child” mod quickly.

  1. Move your entire Mods folder to Desktop.

  2. Put HALF of your mods back into Mods.

  3. Launch the game.

  • If it’s broken → the bad mod is in that half.

  • If it’s fine → the bad mod is in the other half.

  1. Keep splitting the bad half until you find the exact file.

Yes it’s annoying but it works every time.

Common Problems + What They Mean

Missing interactions / pie menu gone
→ Script mod didn’t load, conflict, or requirement missing.

Game won’t open / infinite loading
→ Usually a broken UI mod or outdated script mod.

Weird sims / broken CAS / broken UI
→ Update UI mods first.

Patch Day Reminder

If this started right after a game update, go to:
Patch Day Survival Guide: Patch Day Survival Guide

Still Stuck?

Use the Contact page to reach me (include details):
Contact: Contact

When you message, include:

  • What mod(s) you installed

  • What patch date/time it happened

  • What symptoms you see

  • Whether you tested without mods

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