The latest expansion for *The Sims 4* introduces exciting new opportunities for players to run a small business or become a tattoo artist, among other ventures. For those who prefer a more expedited route to success, here's a comprehensive guide to all the cheats available in *The Sims 4* Businesses and Hobbies expansion and how to use them effectively.
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How To Use Cheats in The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies Expansion
Before you can dive into the world of cheats in The Sims 4, you'll need to access the console command window. The method varies based on your platform:
- Mac: Press Command, Shift, and C.
- PlayStation/Xbox: Simultaneously press all four shoulder buttons (L1, L2, R1, and R2).
- PC: Press CTRL, Shift, and C.
Once the command window appears, type in "testingcheats true" to enable cheats. This step is crucial as some cheats will not function without it. After enabling cheats, you're ready to explore the various shortcuts offered by the Businesses and Hobbies expansion.
All The Sims 4 Businesses and Hobbies Expansion Cheats

Skill Cheats
In the Businesses and Hobbies expansion, you can master two new skills: Pottery and Tattooing. If you're eager to bypass the learning curve and instantly become proficient, here are the cheats to set your skill levels:
stats.set_skill_level Major_Pottery X | Set Pottery level by replacing the X with a number between 1 and 10. |
stats.set_skill_level Major_Tattooing X | Set Tattooing level by replacing the X with a number between 1 and 10. |
Trait Cheats
Enhance your Sims' personalities with specific traits using these cheats, allowing you to skip the traditional progression:
traits.equip_trait trait_Beloved | Unlocks the Beloved Brand trait for your Sim. |
traits.remove_trait trait_Beloved | Deletes the Beloved Brand trait from your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait trait_Idealist | Unlocks the Idealist trait for your Sim. |
traits.remove_trait trait_Idealist | Deletes the Idealist trait from your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait trait_Shady | Unlocks the Shady trait for your Sim. |
traits.remove_trait trait_Shady | Deletes the Shady trait from your Sim. |
Perk Cheats
Skill Mastery Perks can give your Sims a significant advantage in their endeavors. Here's how to unlock these perks instantly:
traits.equip_trait AspirationalCreator | Unlocks the Active Aura perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait AspirationalThinker | Unlocks the Aspirational Thinker perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait AuraActive | Unlocks the Active Aura perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait AuraCreative | Unlocks the Creative Aura perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait AuraMental | Unlocks the Mental Aura perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait FinalTouch | Unlocks the Final Touch perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait InTheZone | Unlocks the In the Zone perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait PigeonholedActive | Unlocks the Pigeonholed (Active) perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait PigeonholedCreative | Unlocks the Pigeonholed (Creative) perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait PigeonholedMental | Unlocks the Pigeonholed (Mental) perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait PigeonholedSocial | Unlocks the Pigeonholed (Social) perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait PowerfulPerformer | Unlocks the Powerful Performer perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait SecondWind | Unlocks the Second Wind perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait Spacebend | Unlocks the Spacebender perk for your Sim. |
traits.equip_trait SecretSpice | Unlocks the Secret Spice perk for your Sim. |
With these cheats at your fingertips, you're set to enhance your The Sims 4 experience with the Businesses and Hobbies expansion. For more tips and tricks, discover how to manage broken objects during The Sims 4 Blast from the Past event.
The Sims 4 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.