Game Help:Making your Objects.package file Read-Only - Revision history

Kestin: /* Backing up your game's objects.package file */

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‎Backing up your game's objects.package file

D dgjdhh: /* Backing up your game's objects.package file */

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‎Backing up your game's objects.package file

Portaller: /* Setting the objects.package file to Read-only status */ Confirming that the procedure for making a file read-only is the same for all Windows versions (from 95 up).

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‎Setting the objects.package file to Read-only status: Confirming that the procedure for making a file read-only is the same for all Windows versions (from 95 up).

D dgjdhh at 03:39, 16 November 2013

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D dgjdhh at 03:26, 16 November 2013

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D dgjdhh at 03:25, 16 November 2013

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D dgjdhh at 03:22, 16 November 2013

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D dgjdhh: /* Backing up your game's objects.package file */

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‎Backing up your game's objects.package file

D dgjdhh: /* Backing up your game's objects.package file */

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 These files are located, most typically, in the directories of the following operating systems as found on a '''US English''' game setup. You may wish to make a backup of each folder for future reference, in case any of these files do get corrupt. This directory list also contains the date of creation for each file (as found on the CDs/DVDs), & the dates they were modified, signifying the latest patches' date (if applicable). In general, anything modified after the latest dates for each '''''objects.package''''' file is a sign of corruption. This does not apply to ''Accessed'' dates. Later dates for that attribute are normal. ''Created'' dates can be later on the hard drive from installation folders too, and may not be important to monitor.
 :'''''Windows (32-bit operating systems)'''''
-::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 --- Creation Date: Friday, February 25, 2005, Modified Date: October 25, 2005'''</span>
+::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 --- Creation Date: February 25, 2005, Modified Date: October 25, 2005'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Nightlife --- Creation Date: August 17, 2005, Modified Date: January 17, 2006'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Nightlife\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Open For Business --- Creation Date: February 06, 2006, Modified Date: May 25, 2006'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Open For Business\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
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 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff --- Creation Date: October 11, 2008, Modified Date: October 11, 2008'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
 :'''''Windows (64-bit operating systems)'''''

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 ==<span style="color:#008000">Backing up your game's '''''objects.package''''' file</span>==
-These files are located, most typically, in the directories of the following operating systems as found on a '''US English''' game setup. You may wish to make a backup of each folder for future reference, in case any of these files do get corrupt. This directory list also contains the date of creation for each file, & the dates they were modified, signifying the latest patches' date. In general, anything modified after the latest dates for each '''''objects.package''''' file is a sign of corruption. This does not apply to ''Accessed'' dates. Later dates for that attribute are normal.
+These files are located, most typically, in the directories of the following operating systems as found on a '''US English''' game setup. You may wish to make a backup of each folder for future reference, in case any of these files do get corrupt. This directory list also contains the date of creation for each file (as found on the CDs/DVDs), & the dates they were modified, signifying the latest patches' date (if applicable). In general, anything modified after the latest dates for each '''''objects.package''''' file is a sign of corruption. This does not apply to ''Accessed'' dates. Later dates for that attribute are normal. ''Created'' dates can be later on the hard drive from installation folders too, and may not be important to monitor.
 :'''''Windows (32-bit operating systems)'''''
 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 --- Creation Date: Friday, February 25, 2005, Modified Date: October 25, 2005'''</span>
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 :'''''Windows (64-bit operating systems)'''''
 ::All ''C:\Program Files\...'' directories above are to be renamed ''C:\Program Files (x86)\...''
 ==<span style="color:#008000">Setting the '''''objects.package''''' file to Read-only status</span>==

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 The following are steps to set your files to Read-Only status. It is recommended to log in as an Administrator (or a User with high-level authorities) to make sure you can modify the status of the files.
-*'''''Windows XP'''''
+*'''''Windows 95 and up'''''
 ::Step 1: Find the '''''objects.package''''' file in the chosen directory.
 ::Step 2: Right-click the file, & choose ''Properties''.
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 ::Step 7: Click ''OK''.
 :::The window will close & the '''''objects.package''''' file will be safe from modification. It is recommended to review the file again by choosing ''Properties'' & verifying that the ''Read-only'' status remains check-marked in the box.
 ==<span style="color:#008000">Disclaimer</span>==
 '''This article is a work-in-progress. Basic information has been written here. More information is requested to be added in the future.'''

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 :* Build Mode (Construction) objects
 :* NPC Sims & Templates
 :* Career files
 :* Clothing & Accessories

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 These files are located, most typically, in the directories of the following operating systems as found on a '''US English''' game setup. You may wish to make a backup of each folder for future reference, in case any of these files do get corrupt. This directory list also contains the date of creation for each file, & the dates they were modified, signifying the latest patches' date. In general, anything modified after the latest dates for each '''''objects.package''''' file is a sign of corruption. This does not apply to ''Accessed'' dates. Later dates for that attribute are normal.
 :'''''Windows (32-bit operating systems)'''''
-::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 (Base Game) --- Creation Date: Friday, February 25, 2005, Modified Date: October 25, 2005'''</span>
+::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 --- Creation Date: Friday, February 25, 2005, Modified Date: October 25, 2005'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Nightlife --- Creation Date: August 17, 2005, Modified Date: January 17, 2006'''</span>

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	Protecting the file is not the only thing needed to prevent corruption of your neighborhood or game installations. Other preventative actions should be taken, as described in the article about [[Avoiding Hood Corruption \| Avoid Neighborhood Corruption]].		Protecting the file is not the only thing needed to prevent corruption of your neighborhood or game installations. Other preventative actions should be taken, as described in the article about [[Avoiding Hood Corruption \| Avoid Neighborhood Corruption]].

−	Note that using modifications or hacks by skilled programmers, after setting your '''''objects.package''''' file to read-only, are not meant to change the game's installation files. Rather, those modifications are meant to temporarily override (or temporarily compliment) the ~~comm&s~~ given by the game during playings. Such hacks can benefit players & some are highly recommended to prevent neighborhood corruption.	+	Note that using modifications or hacks by skilled programmers, after setting your '''''objects.package''''' file to read-only, are not meant to change the game's installation files. Rather, those modifications are meant to temporarily override (or temporarily compliment) the commands given by the game during playings. Such hacks can benefit players & some are highly recommended to prevent neighborhood corruption.

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 The Sims 2 is a game that contains numerous bugs & glitches, with many actions that can corrupt your game. EA/Maxis has not fixed the actions described in the following article on how to [[Avoiding Hood Corruption | Avoid Neighborhood Corruption]].
-The '''''objects.package''''' file is accessed by the game & shared by all neighborhoods. One issue from game corruption stems from any modification made to this file while playing your game or by performing any saved changes to it via SimPE or other programs. Whereas many actions can cause corruption to your current neighborhood's associated folder, some specific actions can cause corruption to your entire game's installation files. Changes made to the '''''objects.package''''' can be irreversible & will effect current and future neighborhoods being played or created.
+The '''''objects.package''''' file is accessed by the game & shared by all neighborhoods. One issue from game corruption stems from any modification made to this file while playing your game or by performing any saved changes to it via SimPE or other programs. Whereas many actions can cause corruption to your current neighborhood's associated folder, some specific actions can cause corruption to your entire game's installation files. Changes made to the '''''objects.package''''' can be irreversible & will effect current & future neighborhoods being played or created.
 Solutions to avoid changes to the '''''objects.package''''' file include:
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 Protecting the file is not the only thing needed to prevent corruption of your neighborhood or game installations. Other preventative actions should be taken, as described in the article about [[Avoiding Hood Corruption | Avoid Neighborhood Corruption]].
-Note that using modifications or hacks by skilled programmers, after setting your '''''objects.package''''' file to read-only, are not meant to change the game's installation files. Rather, those modifications are meant to temporarily override (or temporarily compliment) the commands given by the game during playings. Such hacks can benefit players & some are highly recommended to prevent neighborhood corruption.
+Note that using modifications or hacks by skilled programmers, after setting your '''''objects.package''''' file to read-only, are not meant to change the game's installation files. Rather, those modifications are meant to temporarily override (or temporarily compliment) the comm&s given by the game during playings. Such hacks can benefit players & some are highly recommended to prevent neighborhood corruption.
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 ::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Apartment Life --- Creation Date: July 26, 2008, Modified Date: October 9, 2008'''</span>
 ::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Apartment Life\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
-::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Mansion and Garden Stuff --- Creation Date: October 11, 2008, Modified Date: October 11, 2008'''</span>
+::*<span style="color:#088888">'''The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff --- Creation Date: October 11, 2008, Modified Date: October 11, 2008'''</span>
-::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Mansion and Garden Stuff\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
+::::C:\Program Files\EA GAMES\The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff\TSData\Res\Objects\objects.package
 :'''''Windows (64-bit operating systems)'''''
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 *'''''Windows XP'''''
 ::Step 1: Find the '''''objects.package''''' file in the chosen directory.
-::Step 2: Right-click the file, and choose ''Properties''.
+::Step 2: Right-click the file, & choose ''Properties''.
 ::Step 3: Choose the ''General'' tab in the window (if not already chosen).
 ::Step 4: Find the section on ''Attributes'' on the bottom of the window.
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 ::Step 6: Verify that the ''Read-only'' option is selected with a solid black check-mark.
 ::Step 7: Click ''OK''.
-:::The window will close and the '''''objects.package''''' file will be safe from modification. It is recommended to review the file again by choosing ''Properties'' & verifying that the ''Read-only'' status remains check-marked in the box.
+:::The window will close & the '''''objects.package''''' file will be safe from modification. It is recommended to review the file again by choosing ''Properties'' & verifying that the ''Read-only'' status remains check-marked in the box.
 ==<span style="color:#008000">Disclaimer</span>==
 '''This article is a work-in-progress. Basic information has been written here. More information is requested to be added in the future.'''