Better BuildBuy (Organized Debug) v1.1 Stability Patch
Added 2020-09-18 15:58:32 +0000 UTCDOWNLOAD REMOVED BECAUSE IT'S SEVERELY OUTDATED.
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NOTE: Follow my install instructions at the bottom of this post.
If you don't, I won't be mad, just disappointed. 😉
This is a critical update for Better BuildBuy. The original release had possible scenarios where the game would crash upon entering buildbuy or selecting a filter. All of these have been corrected in v1.1 and you should update immediately.
I also added a few minor Quality of Life improvements.
What's new in v1.1:
- Fixed multiple race conditions that led to random crashes. I apologize for any confusion this caused, due to its random nature it was very difficult to confirm any reports of crashing. I was finally able to reproduce a reported problem and resolved it from there.
If you're wondering what a race condition is, it's where two parts of code are running in parallel and if x runs before y, it's fine, but if y runs before x, you get a crash. - Content Filters (Debug, LiveEdit, Hide Maxis, CC) are now saved and reloaded even when you quit the game. This means if you want CC on, it will stay on permanently until you turn it back off.
- Fixed an EA bug where Show All is mistakenly set as the default function dropdown. Show All can be slow to load and in code it's obvious it's meant to be Comfort by default, but is mistakenly overridden when it checks the last used dropdown setting and gets an empty result. I've fixed this to still select Comfort if the setting is empty.
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Original Release Text
This is the first public release for Better BuildBuy. Many of you might know it as Organized Debug from my teasers, but because the scope of the project has changed, Better BuildBuy is a more fitting title.
This can be viewed as the ultimate bundle of my common build mods. Expandable Catalog and BuildMode FreeCam are included, since they share the same files.
If you have those installed separately, remove them before installing this.
[FEATURES]
This mod brings quite a few quality of life improvements to buildbuy, here is a list of them:
- Organized Debug: Debug (and LiveEdit) objects are sorted into proper categories when this is on. For example, plungers and makeup are in the Bathroom Accents category now, and LiveEdit Trees are well... in Trees.
- Swatched Debug: Objects will now be swatched like normal objects are. This lets you use the design tool to quickly flip through the swatches as well.
- Named Debug: When Organized Debug is on, debug items without names are now named by their technical name. This will make searching for a particular item easier.
- Clone and Destroy Debug: When Organization is on, you may also clone and destroy any debug object you want. No restrictions.
- Organized Debug Toggle: Because there's no way to have organized debug items without it being marked as CC, I've added an in game toggle to the filters list. When you're ready to upload to the gallery, just turn it off and restart the game. You may then upload to the gallery without the CC tag.
- Better Filters: You can now choose to see any combination of Maxis, Debug, Live Edit, or Custom Content Objects. No more wading through CC when you just want to find a Maxis item. These filters also make the debug and liveedit objects unnecessary. Just toggle the filter on and they'll be available.
- Persistent Filters: Unlike normal BuildBuy, Better BuildBuy will keep your filter selections saved even if you leave BuildBuy. Content Filters are kept even if you close the game.
- Expandable Catalog: Two rows of objects feeling too crowded? Press the 1 key on your number row to expand it to 5. When done, just press the key once more to return to 2.
- BuildMode FreeCam: Love that tab camera but wish you could have it in buildbuy? That's included with Better BuildBuy as well. Just press tab while in buildmode and you'll snap right into freecam mode.
[VIDEOS]
[FAQ]
Q: Will the debug naming be available in other languages?
A: Unfortunately no, as I have no way to automate that and the objects' technical names are only exist in English in code. This only affects the objects that are normally labeled as "** DEBUG **". All others will still be in your language.
Q: Can't you make it so the Debug items aren't CC while organization is on?
A: No, sorry. This is controlled by the core of the game and there's no way for me to override it. That's why you have to toggle it off.
Q: I already have your Expandable Catalog or FreeCam mod. Should I keep both?
A: No, delete the other mods and only install this one. Only use those mods if you don't want the other features that come with Better BuildBuy.
Q: Do the filters persist/work even when Organized Debug is off?
A: Yep, though you'll need to search for "** Debug **" to view the debug/liveedit items when it's off, like you always have.
Q: Can I filter debug by color?
A: Only on some, sorry. Most debug items have zero color data and there's no way to automatically fill that info in.
Q: The Debug and LiveEdit dropdown categories don't work for me.
A: You need to turn on the debug and liveedit filters, otherwise the category will appear empty since they're filtered out.
Q: Hide Maxis doesn't work on searches, why?
A: Hide Maxis is ignored during searches so that it doesn't appear that nothing was found when it's really a maxi object. Hide Maxis will resume automatically when you go back to browsing the catalog.
Q: When I check Organized Debug, I'm not getting a pop-up telling me it's turned on. Why not?
A: It's pretty much a guarantee that this means the mod is too deep in your Mods folder. When looking at your Mods root directory, you should see a folder named exactly "Tmex-BetterBuildBuy", if you don't, remove and reinstall using the exact instructions below.
Q: Where did my CC go?!
A: CC is off by default, to show it, just check the Custom Content filter under Content. This allows the possibility to view other objects without CC being mixed in. Refer to Filter section below for more info.
[USAGE]
When you first install this mod, Organized Debug is off. Open the Filter Panel and go to Better BuildBuy -> Organized Debug. Turn it on, and then restart your game.
You'll now have access to all of the organization features.
When you're done building and ready to upload, turn this back off and restart the game. You may now upload it without it being marked as CC.
[FILTERS EXPLAINED]
You should not use the usual debug/liveedit cheats.
Those are controlled with the content filters now.
Debug - Shows Debug objects. When Organization is off, you still have to search for ** DEBUG to view them.
LiveEdit - Shows LiveEdit objects. When Organization is off, you still have to search for ** DEBUG to view them.
Custom Content - Shows CC objects. Off by default.
Hide Maxis - Hides all regular objects. This filter is left on, but ignored while viewing search results.
The mentioned filters are saved even if you close the game, so you only have to set CC once, if you'd prefer it to be on.
Installation:
Please follow this exactly.
If you already have a copy of BetterBuildBuy, Expandable BuildBuy, or BuildCam, delete them before installing this.
1. Open the download below.
2. Inside will be a folder called "Tmex-BetterBuildBuy". Drag that folder directly to your Mods folder. Do NOT put it in a subfolder.
3. If you're new to mods, make sure both mods and script mods are turned on in your gameplay options -> Other tab. You'll need to restart the game if it's off.
4. Again, the organized debug option is off by default. You'll need to start the game, go to BuildBuy, and in the Filter Panel scroll to "Better BuildBuy".
Check the "Organized Debug" option to turn it on.
You will need to restart your game for the changes to take effect any time you change this setting.
When looking in your Mods folder, if you don't see the exact folder name "tmex-BetterBuildBuy", it's not installed correctly.
I know that's a lot of reading, but please do check it all. If you're having issues, there's a good chance it's covered in this post.
If you have and still have any questions, just ask.
Enjoy!
Comments
Sounds Like you have a conflicting mod in. Stop in https://discord.twistedmexi.com for support
TwistedMexi
2022-04-17 21:54:51 +0000 UTCHi, I just downloaded this mod and followed all your directions (even watched the video) and it's not working :-( I use a Mac and the files unzipped and I moved the folder to my Mods folder and when I look at the scripts in the game I can see it listed, but when I go to the filters they don't look any different. If I moved the files outside of the folder, I see the different filter options, but it obviously doesn't work. Not sure what I am doing wrong.
Jennifer Kintz
2022-04-17 21:51:25 +0000 UTCHi Marcos, sorry I missed this. Unfortunately no, this mod is only compatible with the newest TS4 version.
TwistedMexi
2020-11-13 21:35:59 +0000 UTCYep
TwistedMexi
2020-11-11 21:45:26 +0000 UTCDoes anyone know if this is still functional with the Snowy Escape patch?
derain85
2020-11-11 21:20:42 +0000 UTCI'm just in love by this tool unfortunately I wasn't able to use on my computer cause it's The Legacy Version on a Mac, I guess. The menus appear all chopped in pieces, and it don't let me use the drop down menu, any tips on how to solve it? Or it's just not compatible with the Legacy Version on MAC? :(((
2020-11-07 04:41:32 +0000 UTCThe clone debug objects feature isn’t working in my game
Sims trooper
2020-11-02 23:16:56 +0000 UTCGlad you were able to get it sorted, thanks for letting me know
TwistedMexi
2020-11-01 18:38:29 +0000 UTCHullo, I commented a few weeks ago I was having difficulty getting this mod to work. I figured it out, my zip program was unpacking it incorrectly. So I manually moved the folder to Mods and now it works great! Thank you for your help. ♥
Blue Nerd
2020-11-01 18:33:13 +0000 UTCIf it's suddenly flagging regardless then something has changed, most likely a duplicate of the organized debug files. When you turn the organized debug filter off do you get a pop up confirming? Also it may be easier/ quicker to figure out on my discord if you'd like to join. Invite link is on TwistedMexi.com
TwistedMexi
2020-10-25 12:14:15 +0000 UTCPlease read over the instructions, or I have a youtube video covering it that might help. It's working as intended, you just have to turn it off and restart when you're ready to upload. If it's still tagged as cc it means you have actual cc on the lot, the mod isn't installed properly, or there's cc paint by reference paintings on the lot
TwistedMexi
2020-10-25 11:41:18 +0000 UTCThis is flagging all of my builds on the gallery. It says I have CC in the build and i do not have CC. I was able to locate the source and it was this mod. It doesn't seem that it has been updated recently so i wanted to let you know in case :)
Xanderthread
2020-10-24 02:14:22 +0000 UTCWow! This is a game-changing mod for me! Thank you for this! <3
2020-10-17 21:14:13 +0000 UTCLeft the expandable buildbuy mod in?
TwistedMexi
2020-10-16 22:54:40 +0000 UTC"When you first install this mod, Organized Debug is off. Open the Filter Panel and go to Better BuildBuy -> Organized Debug. Turn it on, and then restart your game." I did everything I can and in my Filter Panel isn't such a thing than Better BuildBuy. What I did wrong?
kawaii_kitsune077
2020-10-16 21:23:53 +0000 UTCYes, it's because the inventory is a separate file and default cc filter behavior is to only show cc when checked. Will be fixed in the next release.
TwistedMexi
2020-10-11 13:43:58 +0000 UTCSorry if this has been mentioned before, I couldn't find anything on that so here it goes: Whenever I have CC checked that's the only items I can see in my household inventory. Regular build/buy works fine but in household inventory, CC is the only thing I can see. I know I'm being picky since this mod has been really awesome so far but not having to check and un-check CC would be even better :)
2020-10-11 11:28:29 +0000 UTCHi Tmex, I am unable to find or search picnic tables with LittleMsSam's Random Small Mod for eating at picnic tables - just wanted to let you both know in case it's a conflict that can be fixed! Enabling custom content to be seen doesn't fix it..
magneticsouth
2020-10-09 11:42:45 +0000 UTCI took this mod out again. With this mod installed I can not put a cow plant in the household inventory.
2020-10-03 20:19:34 +0000 UTCIt works for both. Turn on the live edit filter and go to trees
TwistedMexi
2020-10-03 15:49:45 +0000 UTCit dosent work for live edit objects for me only debug
2020-10-03 15:37:16 +0000 UTCI really want this to work because it seems you have unlocked even more debug stuff than can be found with the 2 cheatcodes, like the fake buildings! I was really excited to use those.
Blue Nerd
2020-10-03 07:16:08 +0000 UTCI dragged the folder into my Mods, I never used previous versions of this before. I load my game, and clicked on the Organized Debug Options, but no confirmation window popped up? I use several other mods, but nothing that specifically affects debug objects.
Blue Nerd
2020-10-03 07:12:01 +0000 UTCI just followed the instructions and downloaded this, and it works perfectly! You are a saint. I appreciate what you do so much. :)
2020-09-29 06:57:38 +0000 UTCHello, is it possible that you update, eternal night for Batuu, if possible of course, thanks!;)
heidi (Team de luniversims.fr)
2020-09-29 06:27:00 +0000 UTCIt works fine. Please read the filters explained section.
TwistedMexi
2020-09-28 23:02:37 +0000 UTCI added this mod into my mods folder and opened the game. I found out that all my custom floors,walls and all furniture not from the game were gone. When I removed the mod and reloaded the game, they were there again. So yeah it didn’t work for me :/.
Silerna
2020-09-28 16:26:03 +0000 UTCIs it when you're searching? Hide Maxis is checked but not active while searching or eyedropping because it would prevent them from working properly. It resumes when you go back to browsing.
TwistedMexi
2020-09-25 15:12:10 +0000 UTCHey!!! I found a possible bug. Not sure if it's me or if others have experienced this. But, randomly my "hide maxis" won't Hide items from maxis. However, it will in the room catalog instead of the function catalog. Let me know if it's me or it's fixable!!
Uiako
2020-09-25 13:50:52 +0000 UTCReread the Filters Explained section. You need to turn on the cc filter
TwistedMexi
2020-09-25 01:30:13 +0000 UTCSadly, I have lost Felixandre's Kichen, Jardane, and Kyoto mods since downloading bbb! Any ideas how to fix this?
Iris T
2020-09-24 18:04:33 +0000 UTCI had the same issue with picnic tables. Could not find them for the life of me, I actually disabled mods to put it in my build and turned mods back on after. I'll look in cc until it's updated to show up differently, thank you!
MaiyeKnight
2020-09-24 11:43:39 +0000 UTCHi! Thank you for this wonderful mod. The mod itself is working fine for me but none of the base game shelves are showing up for me. Hide Maxis isn’t on nor do I have the other filters on. Do you happen to know what may be causing this? Edited to add: I clicked the custom content filter and the base game shelves are showing up with a wrench on it. The kiddie and immaculate shelves shouldn’t being showing up as CC lol. The other pack shelves are doing the same thing. I wonder what’s causing this?
SaraiYah Yisrael
2020-09-24 02:59:47 +0000 UTCNeed to turn on Organized Debug and turn on the Debug filter. Without organization on, you still have to search for Debug.
TwistedMexi
2020-09-23 18:08:15 +0000 UTCHey, first of all: thank you so, SO much for this mod! <3 But do you know why the objects are not shown in my catalog? I can duplicate Debug-Items and the expandable catalog works pretty well. Is it possible that a cheat is still working in the backround? And how can I turn them off? Or has it another reason, that I can't see the items?
Tiargo
2020-09-23 17:21:04 +0000 UTCIf the toggle doesn't work it's because the mod is not installed properly. We can help more on my discord. Link on TwistedMexi.com
TwistedMexi
2020-09-22 12:21:02 +0000 UTCI had to disable mods, because the toggle off feature doesnt work. I restarted the game 4+ times and it still loaded toggled on and marked my lots as cc. hope the lot remains as is.
2020-09-22 07:55:20 +0000 UTCIf you didn't turn on organized debug and restart, then you still have to search for debug after turning on the filters
TwistedMexi
2020-09-20 20:19:59 +0000 UTCI know there’s just something wrong with whatever im doing but if you can point it out it would be appreciated! When “Hide Maxis” is clicked it shows nothing, almost like when you don’t have debug and live edit clicked. But when I click debug and live edit, nothing changes in the items section. I thought maybe it’s because you said cheats have to be turned off so I turned them all of. Then I even went and deleted the other mods that have them on automatically. Still had the same problem. Then I even deleted MC command center and UI cheats because I thought that might be the problem. I know it has to be something super simple that I am just not getting so any help from anyone would be super appreciated!
2020-09-20 20:18:36 +0000 UTCdo you mean the organized debug one? Debug is always there and it's under "content" If Organized Debug is in, it most likely means you have the standalone version of expandable buildbuy and didn't remove it.
TwistedMexi
2020-09-20 00:43:55 +0000 UTCI followed the install directions but I don't see the debug option in the filter section of BuildBuy mode. Any suggestions on how to get it to show?
2020-09-20 00:40:03 +0000 UTCThank you so much! I was experiencing crashes but was too stubborn to let this mod go LOL
m3wlissa
2020-09-19 18:24:24 +0000 UTCFollow the exact steps at the bottom of the post
TwistedMexi
2020-09-19 17:06:13 +0000 UTCDumb question, but do I have to extract it. I did on my PC, but I'm on my laptop now and wondering if it's actually necessary.
2020-09-19 16:03:46 +0000 UTCThank you, I experienced the crashing issues but happy to give it another go as it looks like a very useful mod to have.
Jill
2020-09-19 08:59:22 +0000 UTCThank you so very much TwistedMexi :-)
RobertAtNyte
2020-09-19 08:49:41 +0000 UTCoh my gosh, ty so much. my game was crashing all the time. thought I was going crazy. I would take out everything and only have your BBB and mccc and my game was crashing couldn't figure out why. Thank you again. Glad your dogs are doing better!!
KillerBambi80
2020-09-19 05:44:31 +0000 UTCI knew something was wrong but everyone said it worked for them and it was something else causing my crashing. Glad you fixed it so now I can put it back in my game. Thanks
2020-09-19 03:00:18 +0000 UTCthank you so much
Kerry Fletcher
2020-09-18 23:02:27 +0000 UTCYeah sorry about all that. I normally would never release a mod publicly with such an issue but it was difficult to confirm these issues existed since it didn't happen consistently.
TwistedMexi
2020-09-18 19:22:09 +0000 UTCThank you for fixing because the crash issue did happen to me. BTW, James Turner mentioned this mod in his latest Rags to Redevelopment episode!
BThirstyPretzel
2020-09-18 19:05:03 +0000 UTCThank-you so much. I thought it was just me crashing all the time. Last night I literally went through all my mods trying to figure out what the issue was. I ended up with just MCCC and your mods and it was STILL crashing sigh. Praying this will work for me now that you've updated it. It's a fantastic mod :)
SailorEffinMoon
2020-09-18 19:02:02 +0000 UTCI'm SO glad that you fixed the 'Show All' menu glitch. I could have sworn it used to be Comfort. Thank you.
K
2020-09-18 18:31:10 +0000 UTCthank you for your work <3
Asumodeusu
2020-09-18 17:59:53 +0000 UTCThank you!! I was having the crashing issue too. Tysm for this mod it's honestly amazing
stitchwitch
2020-09-18 17:08:45 +0000 UTCJust so you know, all of your efforts are appreciated to such an extent that I've fun out of superlatives! Thank you 🤗
szanne7000
2020-09-18 17:08:42 +0000 UTCI was unfortunately one of the few who kept having it crash and I'm so hyped now, seriously, thank you
Chloe Ketchum
2020-09-18 16:01:24 +0000 UTCThank you so much, you’re an absolute godsend 😭
aymayb
2020-09-18 16:01:18 +0000 UTCBLESS YOUUUU
Chloe Ketchum
2020-09-18 16:01:05 +0000 UTC
