If you’re new to The Sims 4 or you just resumed playing the game after a long break, there is a skill that you definitely need to master as quickly as possible.
That is the ability to rotate objects.
In this guide, I’m going to show you how you can easily rotate objects in The Sims 4 on Windows, Mac, Xbox, and PS4 consoles.
How to rotate objects in Sims 4 on PCs
To rotate objects counterclockwise on your PC, use the comma key of your keyboard. Use the period key to rotate objects clockwise.
Alternatively, you can hold down your mouse left click button and then move the mouse around to rotate objects.
Step to rotate objects in Sims 4 using your keyboard
- Click on the build mode icon to enter build mode
- Left-click on the object you want to rotate to select it
- Press the period key to rotate objects clockwise
- Press the comma key to rotate objects counterclockwise
Step to rotate objects in Sims 4 using your mouse
- Enable build mode
- Left-click the object that you want to rotate
- Press the right mouse button to rotate it
How to rotate objects in Sims 4 on Mac
To rotate objects counterclockwise on MacBook computers, select the object you want to rotate, hold the Shift key and press the less than key (<) at the same time.
If you want to rotate objects clockwise, then click on the object, hold down the Shift key and press the greater than key (>).
Steps to rotate objects in Sims 4 on macOS
- Enter build mode
- Select the object you want to rotate
- Press Shift and < to rotate objects counterclockwise
- Press Shift and > to rotate objects clockwise
If you’re playing with a mouse, use the left mouse key to select the object, and then press the right key to rotate it.
How to rotate objects in Sims 4 on Xbox
You can rotate objects clockwise on your Xbox One by pressing the RB. To rotate objects counterclockwise, you need to press the LB.
Step to rotate objects in Sims 4 on Xbox
- Enable build mode
- Select the object you want to rotate
- Press RB to rotate it clockwise
- Press LB and rotate it counter-clockwise
How to rotate objects in Sims 4 on PS4 and PS5
If you’re playing The Sims 4 on a PS4 or PS5 console, you can rotate objects clockwise by pressing R1. To rotate them counterclockwise, you need to press L1.
Step to rotate objects in Sims 4 on PlayStation consoles
- Enter build mode
- Select the object you want to rotate
- Press R1 to rotate it clockwise
- Press L1 to rotate it counter-clockwise
If you want to rotate specific objects in the game, I got you covered as well.
How do I rotate my room in Sims 4?
- Go to the build screen and check the walls-up mode
- Then select the wall you want to rotate to enable the rotation option
- Rotate your room in the direction your desire
How do I rotate staircases in Sims 4?
The simplest way to rotate staircases in The Sims 4 is to use the “Greater than” and “Lesser than” keys on your keyboard.
You can also use your mouse. Click on the staircase, and move your mouse in the direction you want to rotate the stairs.
Rotating staircases has long been a difficult task for players due to design limitations. Luckily, you can now fully customize stairs and place them in different directions: L-shaped, U-shaped, T-shaped, as well as a switchback.
By the way, did you know that you can use spiral staircases in the game?
How do I rotate objects in Camera Mode in Sims 4?
- Press Shift and Tab to enable camera mode
- Press and hold the Alt key
- Use your mouse to select the object you want to rotate
- Drag the cursor in the direction you want to rotate the object
- Release the cursor
How do you rotate an object 45 degrees in Sims 4?
To rotate an object 45 degrees in Sims 4, use the left mouse button to select it, and then press the right mouse button to rotate it 45 degrees clockwise.
Press the right mouse button to further rotate the item.
Conclusion
To rotate objects in The Sims 4 on PC, use your right mouse button or the period and comma keys. On Mac, use Shift and the “Greater than” and “Lesser than” keys. On consoles, simply press the bumpers.
There you have it, folks. I hope this quick guide answered all your questions related to rotating objects in The Sims 4.
If you’ve got additional tips and tricks, feel free to list them in the comments below.
Enjoy the game!
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Last updated in August 2022.