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Post by valasia on Jul 30, 2019 17:27:26 GMT -5
I am not sure if this is even possible, but, I need something to allow a writer to work while living off the grid. I have found decorative objects and remeshed computers, but none of them would allow someone to write while off the grid. I don't actually care what it looks like so much, a notepad, typewriter, or even computer, just that it actually allows them to write. It also doesn't need to have any other function available. I played around with Sims 4 Studio and read some threads here, and it sound like if what I want is even possible, then whoever figured it out isn't advertising it, but I thought I would post in the hopes that someone had run across this or was willing to give it a try.
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Post by Leniad on Jul 30, 2019 23:53:23 GMT -5
Since "off-grid" is in an expansion pack, I can't be sure this works, but did you try the custom typewriter you build? I haven't tried it when the power is off, but I don't see any utilities checks in the code, so it might work. LINK |
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Post by valasia on Jul 31, 2019 0:14:09 GMT -5
Strangely it only allows vampire research. All other options are greyed out and says "electricity does not work off the grid". It seems the off the grid flags are stranger than we thought.
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Post by simme2 on Jul 31, 2019 0:39:07 GMT -5
There's one lot that's landlocked by the already generated beach. I bulldozed that lot and built an Arts and Science Center there. My off-the-grid Sim goes there to write. Of course, it's a "generic" lot, so it's public but non-restrictive. Anyone can use it. All the necessities are there, bathroom, kitchenette, etc. I have to leave my lot but I can still stay in Sulani. Here's the link to the handmade typewriter sims4studio.com/thread/6924/leniads-cupboard?page=8It's part of the "electronics build (not woodworking). So you will need the other mods to go with it. Details are on the download page (scroll way down). I don't know if the electronics table is off grid though. You may need to create the typewriter elsewhere and place it on your lot from your inventory? |
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Post by simme2 on Jul 31, 2019 0:50:36 GMT -5
Strangely it only allows vampire research. All other options are greyed out and says "electricity does not work off the grid". It seems the off the grid flags are stranger than we thought. The typewriter? Or the crafting table says that? Is there a way to batch fix it to use with everyone using S4S? |
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Post by simme2 on Jul 31, 2019 4:25:48 GMT -5
I found a typewriter that works off grid. Tried it out in-game to make sure. It's here srslysims.tumblr.com/page/14Scroll down, it's just below the witch socks. |
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Post by valasia on Jul 31, 2019 14:48:32 GMT -5
To clarify it was the typewriter that did not work, the crafting table worked fine.
Unfortunately the typewriter you linked is not livable for download currently. I will bookmark it though and check back. Thank you very much for the help.
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Post by simme2 on Jul 31, 2019 15:43:55 GMT -5
How odd! I downloaded it just before I posted the link. Maybe getting updated? I noticed, once I had it in-game that it works like a computer but off-grid, however the rain will short it out like any electrical item. Also, there was no selection to place it in inventory, repair, or replace it. I had to enter build mode and manually delete it. So, it's off-grid but indoor only. Update: OK, I take it back. I forgot to turn "off-grid" back on after I bulldozed the lot. It doesn't work off-grid. Only choice, after placement, is "salvage." That leaves Leniad's suggestion left. Although, I might try this one by Snowtato. I'll have to let you know. I wonder what setting inside the package tells it that it needs electricity and if that can be turned off? simsnowtato.tumblr.com/post/155288132342/happy-new-year-im-back-this-was-supposed-to-beCourse you could make it "look" like your off-grid by putting in a windmill or something? |
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Post by simme2 on Aug 5, 2019 16:20:42 GMT -5
So tried all these type-writers, including the one you make by Leniad. None work off-grid. But this off-grid bit is new, someone will figure it out! I'll keep looking, would love to have this too! Leniad Found this, might be doable, gonna check this out!! sims4studio.com/thread/17474/off-grid |
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