Why wont it let me cheat on Sims 4?

Make sure you use the correct key combination (CTL-SHIFT-C). Mac uses the same combination. Make sure that no screenshot or other program is running in the back that uses the same key combination like Gyazo. Especially HP computers tend to have pre-installed software that conflict with the cheat shortcut.
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Why are cheats not working in Sims 4?

As an alternative please try pressing ctrl+shift+c then entering: "testingcheats true" without quotes. Note this will not say that cheats are enabled, but they should be.
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How do I enable cheats in Sims 4?

How to do you enter cheats in The Sims 4? To enter Cheat Codes in The Sims 4, you must first open the Cheat Console by pressing “Ctrl + Shift + C” on your PC or Mac, while in game. This will bring up the cheat dialogue box where you can enter cheats.
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Why can't I type in the cheat bar in Sims 4?

@Axleypan If the other keyboard doesn't work, or you don't have one handy, try switching the game into windowed mode. If that doesn't help, disable any apps that come with overlays, for example Discord. Disable the Steam and EA App in-game overlays as well.
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Why won't Motherlode work on Sims 4?

The Motherlode cheat will only work when you're in an active household.
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Why is the cheat bar not working?

You have something running in the background that uses the same key combination probably a screen capture program. Please end this before running the game. You can also try if pressing CTRL + Shift + WIN + C will work.
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Why isn't Sims 4 letting me type?

@graverose2003 Please disable any overlays you have running: Discord, Steam, etc. Disable Origin in-game as well: hover over your username, select Application Settings, then the Origin in-game header, and disable the option at the top.
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Why are my Sims not responding to commands?

You may want or need to reset your Sims if they become stuck or unresponsive. There are two ways you can reset your Sim. To start, open the cheat window by pressing CTRL + Shift + C. Hold all these keys at the same time to open the window.
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Why are my Sims cheats disabled?

Without first enabling TestingCheats, almost all other cheats are locked out. To enable TestingCheats, you first need to open the cheat console. On PC, you do this by holding Shift and Control, then pressing C. On Mac, you do this by holding Shift and Command, then pressing C.
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Is it illegal to use cheats on Sims 4?

Rest assured, using cheats in The Sims 4 won't get players banned as developers officially have included them into the game.
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Can you get banned from Sims 4 for cheating?

We'll ban, suspend, or sanction accounts when we see any inappropriate content or evidence of cheating. We'll also take action against any account that posts vulgar, threatening, or harassing content in any EA game or on any EA website.
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Why can't I enable cheats in Sims 4 Mac?

To open the cheat console when playing the game in macOS you use CTRL, Shift and C. It has always been this combination in Sims 4, never the CMD key.
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Why is the shift click cheat not working Sims 4?

Normally, shift-clicking does nothing unless you've enabled testingcheats or you have a mod that does it for you. Check to see whether your mods are loading at all; the option may have been disabled with the last patch.
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Why is Sims 4 cheats not working?

You need to use the cheat "testingcheats true". Minus the quotes. That makes all the other cheats work. You need to enter it when you're in a household with active sims.
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How do you enable cheats on Sims 4?

To use Sims 4 cheats, press Ctrl + Shift + C to open the cheat console. Type your chosen cheat codes into the text field that opens and press enter. For certain cheats, including thost marked as "shift click," you'll first need to use the "testingCheats true" cheat.
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How to cheat in Sims 4 Motherlode?

To do this, follow these steps:
  1. Open the cheat console by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C on your keyboard (for PC users). ...
  2. In the text box that appears, type "motherlode" (without quotes) and press Enter. ...
  3. If you want to repeat the process to get more money, you can use the same cheat again.
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Why can't i open the cheat panel Sims 4?

Re: Sims 4 cheat window wont open
  • Try using ctrl and shirt on the other side of the keyboard.
  • Try pressing Ctrl+Windowsbutton (the flag)+C.
  • Ctrl+Shift+Alt / Ctrl+Alt+Shift+C.
  • Control + Shift + WindowsButton + C.
  • Are you using any mods or cc in your game? Try to remove them and see if the game works better.
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Why can't I enable cheats in Sims 4 PS5?

On PS4 and PS5, you need to press and hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 to summon the cheat menu. When it appears, type in testingCheats true and cheats will then be enabled in this world.
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Why isn't money cheat working in Sims 4?

Basically, if you click on the build icon from when you click on the house, you can't do money cheats. You have to click on "play" and from there click build mode (in the top right corner) and you can do all the cheats. Hope I helped!
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Why isn't Motherlode working on Sims 4?

@AutumnGhost75 Make sure testingcheats is turned on for that hood. Also, the money cheats only work in Live mode and not in Buy or Build mode.
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How to cheat career in Sims 4?

Sims 4 Career Cheats
  1. Actor: careers.promote actor.
  2. Influencer: careers.promote influencer.
  3. Drama Club: careers.promote dramaclub.
  4. Astronaut: careers.promote astronaut.
  5. Athlete: careers.promote athletic.
  6. Business: careers.promote business.
  7. Criminal: careers.promote criminal.
  8. Critic: careers.promote adult_critic.
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