Do this first, then come back here for instructions on installing to Documents.Īlso make sure you have read TS3 CC Basics so you know how to extract from rar/zip/7z files and how to identify file types before continuing with this page. You must also get updates from the creator(s) for any hacks/mods before putting them in the Documents path shown below.įor full instructions on switching over from the old way to the new way, see: Installing Sims 3 Package Files: Old Way to the New Way. If you have ever had your custom content in Program Files (either manually or using the Helper Monkey/Monkey Bars), you must uninstall Monkey Bars/Helper Monkey, and remove the old framework files from Program Files path first! If you don't, some of your custom content may not work! package files in your game, TS3 CC Basics explains all about custom content in general, including using zip/rar/7z files, identifying file types, and what information to look for before downloading particular files.Ī more step-by-step, guided version is available in Game Help:Downloading for Downright Dunderheads. Make sure you've read Sims 3 CC Basics first!

Sims 3 custom content package files