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How to Rotate and Spin Objects in The Sims 4 Game

Introduction

The Sims 4 offers players extensive customization options when building and decorating homes. The ability to freely rotate and spin objects like furniture and decor is an important part of making your perfect Sim home. Whether you want to angle a couch towards the television or find the right direction for a painting on the wall, understanding rotation controls is essential.

This guide will cover multiple methods for rotating objects on all platforms – PC/Mac, PlayStation, and Xbox.

PC and Mac Rotation Controls

There are three main ways to rotate objects on PC and Mac versions of The Sims 4:

Right Click to Rotate 45 Degrees

  • Enter Build Mode
  • Left click the object to select it
  • Right click the object to rotate clockwise in 45 degree increments
  • Repeat right clicking to keep slowly rotating the object

Comma and Period Keys to Rotate Precisely

  • Enter Build Mode
  • Select the object
  • Press the , (comma) key to rotate left by small increments
  • Press the . (period) key to rotate right by small increments

Hold Alt to Freely Rotate

If using the Sims 3 camera mode:

  • Enter Build Mode
  • Select the object
  • Hold the Alt key
  • Move mouse left or right to freely rotate

PlayStation and Xbox Controls

On consoles, rotating objects uses the shoulder buttons:

  • Enter Build Mode
  • Select the object
  • Press L1 to rotate left
  • Press R1 to rotate right

Tips For Precise Rotations

Here are some tips to help make ultra-fine rotations:

  • Hold Alt while rotating to override grid snapping
  • Use the bb.moveobjects cheat to freely place objects
  • Place objects on a surface first, then move surface away before rotating

Conclusion

With the right rotation controls for your platform, you’ll be able to truly customize the look and feel of any room. Experiment with angling furniture, arranging decor items, and finding that perfect layout to make your Sims’ dream home. The ability to finely rotate objects opens up vast possibilities for creativity and self-expression.

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