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How to Move the Toilet in The Sims

Admin October 17, 2026

In The Sims, the toilet (commode) cannot be directly moved as a whole to another location, but its position can be adjusted by removing and then re-placing it; if you need to adjust the direction of the commode, you can press and hold the left mouse button after placing it against a wall and rotate it.

Specific Steps for Adjusting the Direction of the Commode

In The Sims series games, if you want to adjust the orientation of the commode (i.e., change the direction it faces), you first need to place the commode close to a wall. After placement, press and hold the left mouse button and move the mouse. The commode will then rotate around the placement point, and players can adjust it to the desired direction. Note that there must be at least one empty space in front of the commode; otherwise, Sims will not be able to use it normally, and the system will display an error message such as "Insufficient space".

Alternative Method for Moving the Commode's Position

Since the game does not provide a function to directly drag placed furniture (including commodes), if you need to move the commode from its current position to another room or area, follow these steps:

  1. Enter Build Mode: Press the corresponding shortcut key for Build Mode in the game (usually F2 or enter through the interface menu). In this mode, you can freely edit the house structure and furniture placement.
  2. Select the Commode: Click on the commode to select it (usually indicated by highlighting or an operation box appearing).
  3. Remove the Commode: Press the "Delete" key or use the removal tool provided in the game to remove the commode from its current position. After removal, the commode will return to the household inventory.
  4. Re-place the Commode: Select the commode from the inventory and drag it to the target location (ensure the target location meets placement requirements, such as being close to a wall and having empty space in front). Place it again to complete the position adjustment.

Precautions

  • Space Planning: When moving the commode, plan the space layout of the target location in advance to avoid being unable to place it due to insufficient space or affecting the use of other furniture.
  • Game Version Differences: The operation details may vary slightly in different versions of The Sims (such as The Sims 4 and The Sims 3), but the core logic (removal and re-placement) remains the same.
  • Mod Assistance: If players use third-party mods (such as "MoveObjects"), they may gain more flexible furniture movement functions, but they should pay attention to mod compatibility and game stability issues.