2015-05-25

Create a folder junction link for The Sims 4

To create a folder junction link for The Sims 4, you'll use the mklink /j command in Command Prompt. This allows you to effectively move the game's "Mods" folder to a new location while maintaining a link to the original path within the game's files.

Here's how to do it: 

1. Open Command Prompt:
  1. Search for "Command Prompt" and open it as an administrator.
  2. 2. Determine Paths:
    You need two paths:
    • Target Path: The location where you want the "Mods" folder to physically reside (e.g., D:\Mods2\Mods).
    • Source Path: The original location of the "Mods" folder within The Sims 4 (e.g., C:\Users\USERNAME\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\Mods).
  3. 3. Delete Existing Mods Folder:
    Before creating the junction, delete the existing "Mods" folder in your Sims 4 folder. This ensures the game will recognize the new junction.
  4. 4. Run the Command:
    Use the following syntax in Command Prompt, replacing the placeholder paths with your actual paths:
    mklink /j "C:\Users\USERNAME\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\Mods" "D:\Mods2\Mods"
This command tells the system to create a junction link named "Mods" at the original path (C:\Users\USERNAME\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\Mods), which points to the new location (D:\Mods2\Mods). 

Test: Launch The Sims 4 to verify that the game is now reading your mods from the new location.
Important Notes:
  • Administrator Privileges:
    The mklink command requires administrator privileges, so make sure you're running Command Prompt as an administrator.
  • Correct Syntax:
    The syntax is crucial. The first path is the junction link location, and the second path is the folder you're linking to.
  • Deleting Existing Folder:
    Deleting the existing "Mods" folder is necessary for the junction to be recognized by the game.
  • Link Shell Extension:
    While mklink is the primary tool, Link Shell Extension can also be used for creating symbolic links, but they might not be fully recognized by the game. 

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