Post "Better Simology Panel" by "SimMattically" from patreon

SimMattically

Hey! It sounds like you might be using the UI Cheats version of my mod without having UI Cheats installed, or your game might be outdated (possibly pre–Adventure Awaits). Let me know!

Lyric

I'm so sorry to be a bother, but better simology doesn't seem to be working for me. It is breaking my simology panel, the panel won't open when I click on it then it breaks every other part of the UI. I don't have UI cheats so I really don't know what's going on. I know it's this mod causing it because I removed it then everything was fine. If you have any advice on what I should try it would be really appreciated, if it's not a bother to you

SimMattically

It’s not caused by my mod, it sounds like you have another outdated mod in your game. When it comes to Better Simology Panel and UI Cheats together, all the info is in the post.

𝜗𝜚 ┈ stan ｡

I hope this is the right place for this, but I've had a problem w the simology panel for a while. The UI functions but they're out shape or switched around with the wrong icons. Even when I delete the mod, it stays with the broken panel with the categories. Additionally UI cheats won't work on the simology panel. </3

SimMattically

The mod was updated for Adventure Awaits a long time ago, before the EP even came out, and it does not require an update.

Lyric

Leonardo

is there any upload coming for this mod after the adventure awaits pack?

It'sMike64

I'm not able to find formative moments, does it take time until they populate into the panel?

It'sMike64

I cannot get over how awesome this mod is. I absolutely LOVE it. This is what I would expect EA quality to be. Well done :)

SimMattically

No, it's not my mod.

Ángela Addams De Vil

https://www.patreon.com/posts/alpha-release-72190264 ¿can you update this mod?

Bloo💝

I'm getting stuck in an endless loading screen after exiting the cas from the simology panel

HeeSha

Hello! First, I really want to thank you for this mod. This makes the Simology Panel less daunting to look at!! Really thank you so much! But also i want to ask, I don't have any other UI mods other than this and the 3 panels CAS mod, but I just realized that for some reason the panel only works on one of my sim and not the other (currently in a save where it's only 2 sim in a household). The one sim is my original sim, and the other one is her partner (a townie). I wonder if it's just my game still bugged out tho..

rainasimzoi

Download the one in the download folder that says with UI cheats extension

Nicole puiia

Putting yours in overrides folder should work with ui cheats?

chitoge

thankss <3

SimMattically

⚠️ SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 ⚠️ Update for Better Simology Panel (version 1.2.1) has been released and is designed for game version 1.118. Enjoy! :)

SimMattically

Better Simology Panel will break again with today’s update (September 18th), so keep that in mind before updating your game. I’ll work on an update soon, but since Adventure Awaits is adding new features today, I’ll need to take my time to make sure everything’s modded properly (without having access to the pack myself).

Babe

have it be updated

Joralyd

will you be updating this mod on CurseForge? or should I get it from here?

Juana Nuñez

Thank you so much for your hard work!

Shameka Cheek

Thank you

Mina

LOVE YOU <3 Thanks !

Tyquez

For anyone having trouble with the load order, my game loads the mods based on which was downloaded first (I assume it's the same for everyone??). So download Better Simology Panel first then download UI Cheats. If you already have UI Cheats just delete it then redownload.

southern_simmer

Thank you so much!!

johannes burg

i love this mod and cant play without it.

SimMattically

No need to update it, no changes were made to Simology panel in the patch, so the current version is still compatible!

Lisa Flack

Is this mod updated for yesterdays patch? Just asking, no stress!

SimMattically

Better Simology Panel doesn't change anything about the age bar, and it's been tested in that regard. The days should appear in a tooltip on hover. If the tooltip simply doesn't show, I don't know the reason, but I doubt it's related to my mod.

heresanameforyou

Does anyone know why I can't see how many days left any of my sims have to age up when this mod is installed? Usually you hover over it and it shows up and it's not. Was this a change with the mod on purpose?

LuciaSims

You just need one file "BetterSimologyPanel_withUICheatsExtension.package". Did you update the UI Cheats Mod (the last version from July 2025), if its still not working, you could try putting everything inside the mods folder and remove the Better Simology Panel Subfolder and the UI Cheats Extension Subfolder. If it still doesn't work, you could still try to put the Better Simology Panel file inside an _OVERRIDES folder, this loads always first.

RenaRe

This is definitely an awesome mod and it's NEEDED!! It's ridiculously cluttered without your mod. However, I've done everything you've said to do concerning your mod loading first (making folders labeled Better Simology Panel and one UI Cheats Extension). I also have the SimMattically_BetterSimologyPanel_withUICheatsExtension file. Now, I am not able to use weerbesus UI cheats mod to control any aspect concerning the simology tab. I can't right click to change their age, I can't right click to delete traits, nor change character values or public image. I'm not sure what else I need to do.

SimMattically

This is not true, these mods affect and override two different game resources.

Abayeo

Just wanted to let you and others know, this is incompatible with Tmex's Better Inventory. I was having some UI issues with the inventory section and 50/50'd it. Thought it was UI cheats originally because it was doing that mosaic button visual glitch, but yeah. Incompatible.

yami kawaii

i use both, it works fine

candyheartsims

i love this!! you always do a good job. idk how u do it!!! do you know if it conflicts with vyxated's pastel ui recolors?

Julie Ogden

This mod is so perfect thank you so much!!!

SimMattically

After getting feedback, I’ve decided to bring one of the CAS buttons back to the Simology panel (an update is coming soon!) In the meantime, you can still modify your Sim by shift-clicking them and selecting “Modify in CAS,” or by using wardrobes and mirrors. :)

Gabriela Berríos-Hernández

I love this mod, but I jut noticed that in your notes, you said you removed the enter cas button and I must say that was one of my favorite features to use :(. On the updated version, how can I enter CAS now without that button?

Teapressed

you can right click and change after what criteria it gets displayed (after name, after date etc) but i dont think this affects how its loaded in sims? 😭

SiimplyJessica

How do you even change the order let's say if I don't use folder? I will use folders I'm just saying how would you do that considering in my mods folder I have one folder for scripts and one folder for clothing etc etc. But anything not in folders is sorted alphabetically by the computer

Sunni C

OMG I couldn't love this more! I play with long life span, multiple aspirations per life stage, and a lot of mods - by the time my sims are teens, their traits panel is so overwhelming. This is perfect! <3 Thank you!

SimMattically

Hey! Don’t click the attached “Traits Update” file, it’s just a placeholder! I added it there to highlight that the actual download link is in the post itself. I’ll reword it to make that clearer!

Chibs

hey the download link for the new one isnt working is says media not found

GaymerBorealis

omg this mod was already an absolute blessing but organizing the trait list too? thank you so much, that one always stressed me out lmao ;n; If it's not too much to ask, do you think it might be possible to add tabs to the skills panel too (in this or a seperate mod), like divide them up into their respective categories (eg mental, physical, creative etc). That list gets so long and unwieldy lol

che

omg those tabs are GENIUS

SimMattically

Hey! My mod is fully compatible with UI Cheats and there is nothing to fix. The right-click should be working, so if it doesn’t, you had to make a mistake somewhere or there’s something else wrong on your end. Sorry! After re-reading your comment, I noticed that you mentioned having the „UI cheats compatibility file.” It's not a "compatibility file", but a separate "UI Cheats compatible" version of my mod. As the instructions in the post state, you only need to use one file. It seems like you’ve installed both files for my mod simultaneously.

Izu

Hi ! I love this mod, but I have one issue with it. I've got UI cheats installed and I have the UI cheats compatability file downloaded, however I can't right-click any simology panel sub-cathegories with this mod installed. Like for example, if I wanted to change or set up family dynamics or relationships or add any hidden traits for my sim, I would right-click the green sub title "traits" or "relationship preferences" and a list of all available objects would appear. Now with this mod installed, nothing happens when I right-click anything on the simology panel. I would really appreciate if you could fix that issue and make the mod more compatible with UI cheats bc both of the mods are must haves for me, but I can't play the game without UI cheats.

itzNaomi A

same here

The Girl in the Iceberg

Maybe I did something wrong but it doesn't work with UI cheats. I tried to put both mods at the same folder but nothing. Mow both mods are in the mods folder without subfolder and better panel is higher that ui cheats at the folder and idk what to try next. I tried to remove trait with right click now it doesn't remove nothing.

SimMattically

If you use the BetterExceptions mod, you can send me the latest report from when the bug happens. I can check it and let you know what’s wrong. You can DM me a link to the report or email it to me.

Nikepupu

For some reason this just doesn’t work for me. It messed up the original simology panel completely. I’ve tried several methods, also all the ones from the comments here, but I can’t figure out whats wrong. I’d really love this mod😩

re rf

Same!

clendek1

It needs to come before UI Cheats in you mod folder so that is loads first.. Make sure it is listed alphabetically before UI Cheats. I placed a ! before the folder name so that it would be first in the list

insomniacafe

Hi, i downloaded the UI cheats compatible one, it doesn't change the simology panel at all. Is there any other mod conflict? I haven't put it any folders deep, just directly into the mods folder

clendek1

I love this mod, these panels were getting very tiresome to use... I have a suggestion for another mod that I would love to see... On the Aspiration Panel I would love to see Soul's Journey moved down so that the Aspiration was back on the top of the panel...

Koko Woods

I downloaded the ZIP (v1.10) and when I unzipped the package, the UI Extension version was in there!

Pheobe Coopz

Hi, im really loving the mod however i cannot find the version that works with ui cheats! would you be able to explain/link where to get it please?

SimMattically

Does it show on the list of mods in the game?

Auie Aizawa

I see where you say to put it in a different folder but is there any way to ensure it loads first? I'm not sure why the mod isn't working

Saoirse's Ghost

It's integrated. I just installed it and the luck/balance button is available :)

Dimplicity

Just wondering if this is compatible with the pack that came out today because it brings two new things to the simology panel -- "Balance & Imbalance" and "Luck"

SimMattically

Hey! Yes – if you used the "Check for Conflicts" feature in the BE menu, then it will report that these two mods are conflicting with each other. It doesn't cause any real issues. But since they both modify the same resource, it's important that my mod loads first, as explained in the main post! :)

wigglebean

Hello, I have a quick question - BE says that UI Cheats conflicts with the UI Cheats compatible version. Is this to be expected?

selbbePsmiS

When I install 1.1.0, I keep getting an error in the UI, but it works. When I install 1.1.0 with UICheatsExtension, it doesn't work. How can I fix this?

אלון מידן

this is a must have. thank you so much!

Katherine

Seeing all the early access stuff for "EBN" just makes me so mad and all the more glad for this mod! This game is unbearable without the modders. So I felt the need to express my thankfulness!

SimMattically

Hey folks! Make sure your downloaded zip file says “v1.1.0” and not just “v1.1”. I accidentally uploaded the wrong version of the mod earlier today. That file was a partial WIP and might cause issues in your game. I apologize for the mistake!

Arevik D

THANK YOU! I just love this mode!

SimMattically

You don't need any additional mods, but you need to make no other mod conflicts with my mod. Please read the blog post for all the information to troubleshoot it.

Lisa Flack

I tried this before the fairy-patch but no difference to the ui appeared. What additional mods do I need?

SimMattically

Hey! Sorry to disappoint you – I'm currently working on the update for traits, but it's not finished yet. I initially uploaded the WIP version by accident and Patreon takes some time to update the file. You can keep it if you want, but it might cause issues in your game. I strongly advise you to re-download the update.

Katherine

Yayyyy! You did find a way to implement my request for organized traits <3 <3 <3 Thank you!

mooni

THEE GOAT!!

luna

LETS GOOOOOOOOOO

Audrey

Sorry to bug you but ui cheats was just updated!!!!

Vesty HD

Hiii ^^ You must upgrade to version 1.1. This is just a file, not a package, so there are no UI cheat files.

Daenerys July Queen

which one is the one to use if you Ui cheat mod the first or the second

Melissa B

I had to put it in the same folder as ui cheats for it to work

Audrey

cant wait for this to be updated </3 ik it wont take long for you tho!!!

Tazmanyak

This is very good, thank you for sharing :)

Icy Vicy ♡

You never miss, thank you so much for your hard work <3

Ashy May7

Hey!! Im usung the Ui version of the mod and its not working. I put the file straight into my mod folder and ui cheats is in a sub folder so it should load first?

cusorenam

Wow

SimMattically

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Better Simology Panel is expected to break with tomorrow’s update due to the new Balance and Luck features from the new EP! I’ll try to update the mod ASAP, but please be patient. 💜

softie

Thank you!

SimMattically

Yes, it works on Mac. Make sure my mod loads before UI Cheats. Mods usually load alphabetically, so mine should load first (S comes before U), but putting a file in a subfolder can delay its loading. The best way is to place my mod directly in the Mods folder.

melodramaniac

heyy, thank u for sharing this mod! Does it work on Mac ? Because I installed the UI cheats compatible version and somehow it doesn't change anything in my game :/

SimMattically

Does everything work otherwise? Better Exception will point to a specific error in the generated report (the file that opens in your browser), so you can read that and try to deduce what mod causes the issue. If it's a true error and not just a scan of all your UI Mods (some people confuse these two features of BE), there will be Formatted Ul Exception headline and bunch of labels in XML format. There will be "‹desyncdata>" part and in there you'll see the specific reason for the error. It will also give you the path to where the issue happened. If the error is caused by my mod, you will see something like "at widgets.Gameplay.SimInfoHUD.SummaryPanel.****".

Graciemusicece

Hi, I love your mods and I downloaded the Better Simology Panel today. I have gotten a Better Exception and it points to all UI mods including the Better Simology Panel mod? Anything I should do? I did not get this BE before I installed this mod? I do have UI Cheats and installed the version for UI Cheats. Thanks

hard workin man

This is amazing

Bunniez

i second this

Katherine

Thank you! May I suggest to maybe develop a trait overhaul? So that the traits within the simology panel get organized? It’s been driving me mad for ages 🙈. There are so many …

Brie

thank you so much for this!! works well and looks so much better than the default :D

Gi ✨

ahhhhhh this is game changing I'm not even kidding. This easily is my newest "must-have" mod recs for gameplay/ui improvements. Thank you so much! I can't imagine how it must have been to organize through EAs mess 😭 you're a lifesaver 🙏🏼

Spookling .

the way i p much have all your mods in my game is crazy lol tysm

Mistress Tia

Dankeshoen!

Tiger

I must be stupid because it’s not working for me. I put the UI cheat thing in as well. I have a colour. You want to change it from white to black and it’s still not showing up. I don’t understand.

LeeonDeeon

This is amazing and so helpful! Like it's so much better to not have to scroll so much!

LadySaikiK

Thank you!

Madu Nogueira

wooooo, i was really looking forward to this release! you're a cherished modder, friend <3

RUBEN DARIO CHAVES

Love

Beep bope

I haven't downloaded this yet and I never comment, but you are the best for this!!!

Emily Kerr

This is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen lol Thank You!

Brenna

Thank you so much!!! You just made the game more playable LMAO

slothesaurus

Thank you so much for this! I set my calendar alerts for public release since I've been so excited for this! 😂👍😁

Ari ♡

thank you!!! you're the best ❤️

Loren Miller

The way I’ve been waiting for this ohmygosh thank you so much!!! ❤️

AloofKat

omg finally!! ✨ thank you 🤍

LBoogie

Finalllyyy Thank you u u 👌💕

CaroSims

Thank you so much for this!!!

Aiso

THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH!

Lara Red

Let's goooooooooooooooooooooo! Big panels be gone :D \o/\o/\o/ Thank you so much for this!

Ifechi Onubogu

We’re SAVED

Arevik D

This one is my long awaited! Thank you!

Sunny Boy

I need EA to start hiring modders.

Yegor

King sheit. Congrats on the public release!

Pxneapple

YESSSS i've been waiting for thissss

Jensen Clark

Hey! Its June 24, is the mod still going to be free today? No worries if not, take all the time you need, just checking!

SimMattically

Hey! Go to the Settings in the game and open the list of installed CC and Mods. Is my mod above or under UI cheats?

isa

hi! i have ui cheats and downloaded the extension version of the mod. It has not showed up in the game even after multiple restarts. I tried moving it to a new folder, but that didn't seem to do anything. I don't have any other U.I mods in my folder. Is there any other troubleshooting I should try? Thanks so much!

GlossyGem

Matt, jak mogłeś o polskim zapomnieć XD

Dom_wicz

Thank you, works great! <3 Can you add Polish translation for icons, pelase? Personality -> Osobowość Preferences -> Preferencje Accomplishments & Growth -> Etap życia i Osiągnięcia Public Standing -> Wizerunek Neighborhood Action Plans -> Lokalne plany działania

Myle

i assume that this will conflict with ui recolors, right? like the pink ui?

KaeSIMz

Something tells me when EA gets an eye on this they’ll finally want to make a official version of this

SimMattically

Hey! Do you get an automatic exception when using the mods, or are you running a manual report? A lot of people don’t realize that a manual report lists all UI mods you have installed, but it doesn’t mean they’re actually causing issues in your game.

Sophia Vandari

Thank you so much! I just wanted to mention that when I check my BE report, this mod shows up—along with the Cherry Blossom main menu. I'm not sure why, since I haven’t had many issues with my game.

luke

Thank you SO much for this unexpected improvement! This section is such a mess.

LuciaSims

This is awesome! The Sims Team should really need people like you to make the game look much better and cleaner. I'm hyped for this mod, and thank you for making it compatible with UI Cheats. This is a must have mod!

SimMattically

Hmm, that’s interesting! I’ll definitely look into it. Could you tell me as much as you can about your experience? What packs do you have, and who is your Sim (just so I can narrow down which panel might be causing it)? Even better, if you’re comfortable with it, feel free to send me your save file to my email. My DMs on Patreon are also open if you’d rather discuss the details there!

ToxicEmbers

For some reason this makes my game stop working after 12 sim hours pass. It just freezes. I took it out and everything is fine. I'm not sure why it's doing that but i don't have any other ui mods

Missy Vakarian

Holy shit Batman! This is amazing! I was watching some of LilSimsie's reviews of the last four or so packs just because it's been a year since playing the Sims, and she was mentioning how much she hated that the Simology Panel is so overcrowded, and I was like "yeah it is!". So excited for this to come out for public release. You're a legend <3

Rachelley

June 24th

lmb’

when would this become free to download!?

SimMattically

Yesss!! Sorry for not making it clear enough 😬 gotta fix it!

SimplyDeeSims

You should use one or the other correct?

Neea

*chef's kiss*

Ni

this is such a high quality life improvement 😭😭😭😭 thank you 🫶🏻

Pxneapple

AHHHH THANK YOU

SimMattically

This is just very poor communication on Patreon’s side. I use their plugin for WordPress to host files on my website. It simply checks your membership and then gives you access to the content. I don’t get to see your full name or linked socials.

XxKiwixX

Seems like a really great mod but as a already subbed member I do not see why I need to give up my Email, Full name and connected socials for early access to a Sims 4 Mod... I care alot about my privacy and this just feels a bit much. I don't mean to sound rude, I'm sure you have good intentions but in a world where our security is slowly slipping, this rubs me the wrong way.

snowtrait

Oooh, this is amazing, can't wait for public access!! thank uuu

Marco Cantillo

Thank you for working on a UI Cheats compatible version

Hana Bee

I think I'll wait until Public Release to get it on Curseforge, if that's where it'll be released to? I hope. 🙏🏾

Hana Bee

Yippeeeee!

blueambiance

this is amazing! i use many of your mods for my regular gameplay and they're always so high quality. i subscribed to the patreon for this mod, but its well worth my money for how much you improve the game for me! :-)

Audrey

omg i see you already made it compatible!!! youre an actual wizard wth????

Audrey

became a patron just to get this!!! literally impossible to navigate most of the time. Please consider integrating it with ui cheats! i use that mod all the itme and having to type in cheats for certain things is going to be a pain in the ass ^^' ik it'll be a chore to figure out how to make them compatible tho

Freya Gill

When it comes to mods that improve the clusterfu*k that is the Sims 4, you are truly the GOAT