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The Sims 4 Cheat Codes: Money, Skills and Platform Instructions

A practical guide to The Sims 4 money cheats, skill command syntax, platform-specific console controls and build/lot codes.
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In The Sims 4, enter cheats through the in-game command console: PC and Mac use Ctrl+Shift+C, while PlayStation and Xbox use their controller-button combinations. For a quick cash boost, use motherlode; for an exact household balance, use Money [number]. Skill cheats follow a separate pattern and require the correct skill identifier.

Open the cheat console on your platform

  • PC and Mac: Press Ctrl+Shift+C during gameplay to open the cheat console. Type a command and press Enter.
  • PlayStation: Press L1+L2+R1+R2 together.
  • Xbox: Press LB+LT+RB+RT together.

On consoles, enabling testingcheats disables achievements for the current save game, according to Electronic Arts Help’s console instructions. Consider that consequence before turning it on.

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How do you cheat for more Simoleons?

Choose a command based on whether you want a small increment, a larger boost, or a precise household balance. Electronic Arts lists these commands in its official cheat FAQ.

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Goal Command Effect
Add a small amount rosebud or kaching Adds 1,000 Simoleons
Add a larger amount motherlode Adds 50,000 Simoleons
Set a specific balance Money [number] Sets household funds to the number entered

For an exact balance, replace [number] with the target amount. EA’s example is Money 145897, which sets household funds to 145,897 Simoleons.

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How to use The Sims 4 skill cheats

Skill commands use this structure: stats.set_skill_level [skill_code] [skill level]. Replace the bracketed parts with the identifier for the skill and the level you want. For example, stats.set_skill_level major_programming 7 sets Programming to level 7, as shown in EA’s Programming skill guide.

The identifier is not necessarily the skill’s display name. Use the code shown in the relevant EA skill guide rather than guessing; EA also publishes dedicated guides for Handiness and Charisma. This command pattern and example do not constitute a complete list of skill codes.

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Build and lot cheats have different contexts

These commands affect lots or build/buy behavior rather than directly changing a Sim’s skill or household funds:

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  • FreeRealEstate On lets Sims move into residential lots regardless of price. Enter it at the appropriate residential lot selection or move-in screen.
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All three are listed in EA’s cheat FAQ; use each for its specific lot or catalog purpose, not as a money or skill command.

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