TOOL v2.6.4: 2-3-23 Update
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.
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 v2.6 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.
TOOL Mod Just Got An Upgrade! - TOOL v2.4 | The Sims 4 (YouTube)
Comments (18)
Help? I get the notice that TOOL needs to be updated. I see that I have to delete all copies of TOOL. I do not know how to do that. Would you explain how to do so?
The files that you installed for TOOL previously, just delete them. Then install the new copy using the instructions on the post.
Hey, this sometimes happens to me too. I find its usually a mod issue (another mod, not TOOL)
Sorry to bother you so much, but I installed this version of TOOL, the game had a last exception and the better exceptions pointed TOOL as a possible cause, then the game crashed, luckily I save often. Can you verify this?
No worries, but please come to the discord so we can troubleshoot. Discord.twistedmexi.com You'll need to read and accept the rules to access the full discord
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Thank you!
Dear TwistedMExi.. I Always love your Works On Modding and make TS4 Become Better day by day. I Mean All Mods you made are really useful, Especially this T.O.O.L. I Personally Love to use it a lot. but I Got one Suggestion to makes it better: Would you add The Simple Positioning Features that Looks Like the One turbodriver Use?? I Mean you know it would really helped someone without prior knowledge to Mathematics especially the Coordinates One Like Myself and others.
Mary, thank you so much for your response. It's fine motor skills that my spinal cord injury affects. So this is perfect! I just need to download and try it out now. =D Watching the video doesn't help me understand the amount of use required in my hands. I also have numbness in 95% of my body with my extremities being the worst. There are days I can't feel my fingers, but I also taught myself to type again by feeling how my knuckles move. So typing something isn't a problem.
I literally had to subscribe to your patreon cuz i keep having to redownload toolmod since EA keeps updating and breaking your mod. If I have to keep visiting a creator, I won't do it for free. Thanks so much, we really appreciate you! <3333
Thank you 😊 it's appreciated!
Every time i put the TOOLS folder in my mod folder, all of CC dissapears ingame... any way to fix this?
Watch the 4 minute video on better buildbuy's post, it explains the filters
I've been hesitant to use TOOL because I'm handicapped. My hands don't always do what I tell them to, and I often shake. Is TOOL difficult to use? Will it be difficult with my handicap?
I don't know the extent of your ability, however there are a lot of features on TOOL mod that just allow you to write numbers (values) on how high or how big or far left you want something to go. It's like a pop-up. There are plenty of things you can do with the mouse, but the Pop-up is also available for those of us that have weird computer mice or fine motor skills are a challenge. I hope i have answered your question. I tried to message separately, but IDK how. :(
The tool Mod is causing my game to get a BE and my households won't load I've taken all my mods out to test and everything worked fine until I put the Tool mod in.
You´re amazing , thank you so much ♥
Thank you for being on top of it all, my friend! ❣️🏔️❣️