downloads
Trepie22:
I just mean when you've put them in the downloads folder what file type is it? Like is it still in the zip or rar? Or is it a sims2pack?
If it's in a zip or rar it needs to be extracted into the downloads folder, and if it's in a sims2pack you just open the file normally and the sims 2 content installer should install it for you, so you don't have to move it into the downloads folder.
Sorry if this sounds patronising or anything, it's just an idea^^
If the format is rar then extract the files inside into the downloads folder, then they should start working in-game.
There's a tool called Sims Robo File Maid or something similar, and if you drag rars or zip files onto the maid she automatically extracts the files and places them in downloads ready to use in-game.
I'll try to find the link for you.^^
Edit:
Here's the link:
http://www.modthesims2.com/showthread.php?t=119585
I think there are instructions on the site^^ But basically you can drag rars or sims2packs or zip files onto 'the lawn' shown in the pictures on MTS2, and then the program will install the content into your downloads folder for you.
When it asks you to set the directory to place the downloads in it's just My Documents > EA Games > Sims 2 > Downloads.
Hope this helps^^
rwills:
For extracting or unzipping files, strongly recommend 7-zip. Free, safe and user-friendly.
Once you have extracted/unzipped the contents, get rid of the.zip or .rar file, or move it to storage someplace else - there is no reason to keep a .rar or a .zip file in your Downloads folder.
For Sims2Pack files, strongly recommend using Clean Installer to open and install them. The Sims installer can sometimes be glitchy and troublesome at times with custom files. Additionally, Clean Installer offers the option of just installing the lot without (or with just selected) custom content or hacks.
And, as above, once the Sims2Pack file has been installed, delete it or move it to storage - it serves no function sitting in the Downloads folder.
Just my 2¢.
lexi9803:
i downloaded the 7-zip and my files are no longer rar, they are PACKAGE but they still do not show up in my game. i don't know what to do!!!!!! please help me!!
Tenshii~Akari:
If all else fails, check to see if your Downloads folder is spelled correctly, capital 'D', 's' at the end. If it is, and custom content still isn't showing up even after re-enabling it in the game and deleting your Groups.cache, Accessory.cache, ContentRegistry, and cigen.package files, try putting your downloads in your SavedSims folder. :angel:
lexi9803:
is the capital 'D' at the end or at the beginning?
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