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How to Make Your Own Custom Animations for The Sims 2

The Sims 2 is a computer game developed by Maxis. Players must lead their characters, or Sims, through simulated real life experiences. Throughout the game, the virtual characters also simulate emotions. Sims will become sad when lonely, bored when not entertained, and angry when something doesn't work in their favor. A player must provide Sims with food, entertainment and companionship, to ensure their health and happiness. While entertaining and caring for Sims, players can add custom animations to the game too.

Instructions

Customize Video on Sims' TV
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  Click "Start" and select "My Documents" from the list of options.
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  Select "EA Games" from the list, and then click "The Sims 2."
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  Click on the folder labeled "Movies," and then select the "Broadcast" subfolder. To customize animations on Sims' TV, you must drag your .avi files to the "Broadcast" subfolder
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  Click "The Sims 2" icon on your desktop to start the game and view custom animations on the Sims' TV.
Customize Artwork
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  Place your Sim in front of a paint easel and allow him to paint. While he's painting, click the camera icon to take a snapshot of his artwork.
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  Press the "Alt" and "Tab" keys simultaneously to exit the game.
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  Click "Start" and select "All Programs." Select "Accessories" from the list of options, and then click on "Paint."
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  Click "File," select "Open," and then browse to the image you wish to add to the Sims 2. Click on the file to open it in Paint. Select the "Rectangular Shape" tool and drag a box around the image. Press the "Ctrl" and "C" keys simultaneously to copy the image.
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  Click "File" and select "Open" from the list of options. Browse to "My Documents" and select the "EA" folder. Click on "Sims 2," select "Storytelling" and then click on the file named "Snapshot.bmp." You should see the image of the Sims snapshot on your screen.
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  Press the "Ctrl" and "V" keys simultaneously to replace the snapshot with your custom image. Click "Save" to save the file as "Snapshot.bmp." Close "Paint" and restart the Sims 2 to view your custom artwork as part of the game.

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