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:''This tutorial is for [[The Sims 2]] only''.
This article will cover the safest known method of removing Sims from a neighborhood. '''It is by no means perfect and may still cause problems'''. Please [
==What you will need==
*[[Package editor#SimPE|SimPE]]. SimPE is a program that allows editing of the game's files. It is commonly used to create and clone objects, create game mods, or to change the stats
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==How to delete a Sim==
Before we even begin - '''BACK UP YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD!''' Instructions on how to back up your saved games can be found [
;Step 1. Identify the Sim you wish to delete
Identify and record the name of the Sim you wish to remove. Make sure that deleting the selected Sim(s) will not instantaneously corrupt your neighborhood or game. Specifically, Sims that have been known to be dangerous and universal Sims are '''never''' safe to delete. See [[Game guide:Which NPCs are safe to play as]] for which NPCs are and aren't safe. If a Sim cannot be safely made playable, they are not safe to delete.
Once you know who you're going to shred, sell any owned
In this case, two Sims have volunteered to show you how to delete them correctly. Meet Jason and Alex Head.
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;Step 2. Start up [[Package editor#SimPE|SimPE]] and load your neighborhood
Pretty straightforward. If you don't have SimPE, download and install it (links are on [[SimPE|this page]]).
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Now, press
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Find your Sim. They are organized by '''household names''', not last names. "Default" contains all the universal NPCs and Sims that have died. The household names for all the other NPCs, such as Downtownies, townies, maids, vacation locals, strays, etc. all appear to be randomized. You may need to use the "More..." button or the {{key|Tab}} key to cycle through the list of names.
Finding the "Head" family is pretty straightforward...
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Once you get to the Sim you want to delete, click on their name. A dialog box with "'''You are on
Click "Yes" once you've read everything carefully.
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Wait a little bit. There will be an interaction queued on your Sim. '''Don't cancel it!''' Once it's done, a [[notification]] should appear at the top-right. If other Sims have relationships or memories of the deleted Sim, they may appear. Don't panic.
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;Step 4. Delete the SDSC (Sim Description)
Enter [[Package editor#SimPE|SimPE]] and load your neighborhood. Select the "Sim Description (
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Right-click on the Sim Description and select "Delete". The file should be <s>
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Here's the tricky part. You need to '''click and hold on the value in column 0c, drag it onto 0d, and then let go of the mouse'''. This will select both of the values. Here's a GIF to show you how it's done. The circle that appears indicates the mouse being clicked. ([http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140614204533/sims/images/a/ae/Ts2_deleting_sims_tutorial_img_19.gif view full-sized image])
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Locate the character files of the deleted Sims. Remember the "Neighborhood Folder ID" we wrote down earlier? Go into "My Documents/EA Games/The Sims 2/Neighborhoods/<neighborhood folder ID number>/Characters/", and then, using the character file number(s) written down earlier, find the character files and delete them.
To keep things clear, we'll start at the "Start" menu, click on "My Documents", "EA Games", "The Sims 2", and "Neighborhoods". If you are using Windows 7, make sure you are not going to the ''Shared'' folder, which is empty when you open it.<ref>https://modthesims.info/t/462673</ref>
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'''Note''': This step is optional, but recommended.
Start up the HoodChecker, links are provided at the top of the page.
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==Action Sim Delete Plugin==
Since the original tutorial was written, a modder by the name "Theo" wrote a plugin for SimPE that made the Windows Explorer and SimPE steps a bit easier. Instructions on how to use the plugin can be found [
==Disclaimers==
Please note that this technique is '''not perfect'''
'''If you are using this method to reduce the amount of Sims in your neighborhood''' - keep in mind that the best way to keep the population count low is to not create so many Sims in the first place. There are mods that can help with this:
* [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/ffs/al/hacks/notownieregen.zip NoTownieRegen], prevents the game from generating new townies.
* [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php?topic=9607.0 Anti-Redundancy], prevents the game from generating new NPCs, only allowing 1 Sim to be generated per NPC type, instead of the standard 3
* [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php/topic,132.0.html NoSSrespawn], prevents the game from generating new [[secret society]] members.
* [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/ffs/uni/hacks/nodormiespawns.zip NoDormieRespawns], prevents the game from generating new dormies.
* [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php?topic=6027.0 NoStrayRespawn], prevents the game from generating new strays.
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* [https://midgethetree.tumblr.com/post/181733621119/wcif-or-would-you-be-willing-to-share-the-safe midgethetree_apartmentresidents], allows the game to pick [[Game guide:Which NPCs are safe to play as?|safe NPCs]], regular townies, and downtownies as [[apartment]] neighbors and [[roommates]] instead of [[social class]] townies, eliminating the need of generating them.
==Deleting all Sims from a neighborhood==
Some players may wish to remove all Sims from a neighborhood, while simultaneously keeping the lots and neighborhood decorations intact. While it may be possible to use the aforementioned method of deleting Sims to empty out a neighborhood, it is tedious and lengthy, and may cause corruption anyway. A much better alternative is to [https://modthesims.info/t/468987 follow these instructions], which involves creating a new neighborhood and then copying the terrain and lots over.
==Notes==
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==See also==
*[
*[http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php/topic,6205.0.html Deleted 2: Electric Boogaloo!] Original thread explaining how to correctly delete Sims. Created by [[J.M. Pescado]].
*[[Game guide:Avoiding corruption]] - other things you should avoid doing to protect your game from corruption.
[[Category:Player tips]]
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