Where are my Sims 4 save files?
How do I backup Sims 4 saves?
This is fairly annoying since you lost several hours of playtime.

So, how to backup Sims 4 saves?
Firstly, you better know what the Sims 4 save file location is before the backup.
Whether you install Sims 4 via Steam or Origin, this game has a default save file location.
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On Windows and Mac, it isDocuments\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves.
If you change the default location during the installation, go to that location to find thesavesfolder.
What files to backup Sims 4 besides the game saves?

In addition, we recommend you also back up the Mods and Tray folders.
Elden Ring allows you to track the saved file locations and make backups.
How to find Elden Ring save location?
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How to back up it?
This post provides answers.
Further Reading: Automatically Backup Sims 4 Saves
It is easy to back up Sims 4 saves.

But you should notice that saves could continue to change as the game is played.
you oughta back up Sims 4 save files every time after you play this game, which is troublesome.
Then, choose a destination.
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Then, go back to theBackuppage and start running the backup by clickingBack Up Now.
Want to create automatic file backups in Windows 10/11?
This post shows you how to automatically back up files to an external hard drive with ease.
Step 2: Tap onElectronic Arts > The Sims 4.
Step 3: Choose thesavesfolder and copy it to a safe location for backup.
Step 1: Go toSettings > tool Saved Data Management.
Step 2: ChooseAuto-Uploadand checkEnable Automatic Uploads.
You wont manually create a backup for Sims 4 save files.
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