Sims 2 Abbreviation Guide (PDF)
A printable version of the Sims 2 abbreviation guide — perfect to keep by your side while playing.
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Blue Yeti Microphone
My go-to microphone for recording Sims videos and voiceovers with crisp sound quality.
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Microphone Pop Filter
A great addition to any setup to prevent loud pop, wind, and spiking sounds in your recordings.
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Dual PC Switch
Play on your gaming PC and work computer at the same time — using the same monitors, keyboard, and mouse. Works on Mac and PC.
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Govee Smart LED Light Bars
Set the mood while you play — with ambient lighting that adapts to your screen or music. Perfect for cozy Sims nights, reading, or watching movies.
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Triple Monitor Display Docking Station
Pair this with the 'Dual PC KVM Switch' for the ultimate smooth experience when running two computers to the same monitor.
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Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
My most commonly used keyboard for gaming. It has multiple lighting modes and the clacky keyboard sounds are perfect for getting into the gaming mode.
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Multi-Port USB Hub
Pairs perfectly with a KVM switch so you can share multi-devices between two computers without having to unplug attached devices.
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Logitech Webcam
Great for hopping on discord with friends or quick zoom meetings.
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Cover For Logitech Webcam
Feel extra secure, by using this easy slide webcam cover made specifically for the logitech webcam.
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Foldable Tablet Stand
I used to use this to watch my ipad while I gamed, but these days I use it to place my gaming controller on display at my desk.
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Dual Side Green Screen Background
Folds flat and compact, easily pops open for use. Perfect if you need to overlay or have a blank background for your videos.
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Durable Braided HDMI Cable
I love using this 4K HD HDMI to play my computer games on the big screen and at hotels.
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Hyper X Gaming Headset
A great starter gaming headset, I love the soft ear muffs foam pads and best of yet most parts of this headset are easily replaceable so that you can keep it for many years to come.
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Mic Replacement For Hyper X Gaming Headset
A simple replacement microphone. Works just like the original, I couldn't even tell a difference.
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Cord Replacement For Blue Yeti Microphone
A simple replacement cord for the blue yeti microphone. Works just like the original, I couldn't tell anything was differt.
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1TB External Hard Drive
Love these so much I purchased 3 of them! One for backing up my game files, one for my youtube videos, and the other for web development and computer backups. Works on both windows and mac.
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Standing Desk
Dewert Okin Standing desk. I raise it during the day to work while standing and lower it at night when I am playing games or watching movies. I paired this standing desk with the ikea tabletop and a glass white board frame to act as the desktop.
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PS4 Computer Game Controller (Wired)
Its affordable, it works, its simple plug-and-play. The controller also is easily detected by steam and windows. I've had it for years and still use the exact same one I purchased years ago.
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1TB SSD
On this old gaming laptop I was having trouble running OBS and Sims 2 at the same time. This nifty little SSD was added into my laptop to upgrade its gaming capacity and help things run faster.
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More RAM Please
Another way I have updgraded my old gaming laptop in order to run sims faster and decrease the chances of lagging and the dreaded pink soup.
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Ultrawide Monitor
Fully immerse yourself in gaming or work, with this affordable ultrawide gaming monitor. Paired with KVM switch you can have two different computers displaying on this one monitor at the same time.
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Standard Monitor
I flip this one vertically and pair it with my 'Ultrawide Monitor' and 'Dual KVM Switch' to code and game at the same time; and use my macbook on one monitor, while also playing my sims (via windows PC) on the other monitor.
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15" Gaming Laptop
Old reliable, its a 10+ year old laptop that still running strong. I like that the PC parts are easily upgradable and interchangeable.
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Lavalier Lapel Mic
Perfect for creators on the go — record crisp audio for your videos, podcasts, or interviews anywhere, anytime.
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USB-C Hub for MacBook
A compact hub that lets you plug in all your essentials. I love using this to plug in my external harddrive to edit and play sims from my mac on the go.
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Macro Lens for Phones
A portable lens that allows you to get both macro and widescreen shots.
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62" Phone Tripod
Record videos, film cozy desk setups, or snap travel photos hands-free. This sturdy tripod doubles as a selfie stick and folds neatly for travel.
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Gimbal Stabilizer With Mini Tripod
Perfect for getting stable shots.
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Ultra Bright Lighting Panel
Perfect for recording in low lighting, or just getting amazing shots at any place.
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Overhead Video Arm
I rarely use this for overhead shots on my phone, but I do use it to mount my microphones pop filter and gaming headphones at my desk.
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Sony Mirrorless Camera
A great beginners camera with a flip out screen to view yourself while recording. Helpful tip: when starting out I purchased this camera refurbished, that was in 2016, present day 2025 this camera still works and is going strong.
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3D Sound Recording Ambient Mic
Records immersive sound, if you are looking for clean and clear sound similar to ASMR videos this is the microphone for you.
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Transparent iPhone Case With Screen Protector
Comes with a screen protector! I love, love, love this brand and buy this brand specifically with each iphone I purchase. It says 'no yellowing' but it does brown/yellow slightly over time. The reason why I love this is how durable it is, I have had it since 2022, drop my phone several times, and in water, and in sand, and yet its still going strong.
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1TB External Hard Drive
Love these so much I purchased 3 of them! One for backing up my game files, one for my youtube videos, and the other for web development and computer backups. Works on both windows and mac.
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iPad Pro 10.5
Did you know you can use your apple watch to view your yourself as you are recording on your iphone?! Its awesome, there is no need for the latest and greatest apple watch, I purchased this device when it first came out and still use it all these years later. I also like how small and discrete the screen on this as compared to the newer apple watches.
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1st Gen Apple Watch
I use this so much and for everything, its always with me. The 10.5 inch is perfect enough to fit compactly in a standard size purse, but not so small that you can't comfortably draw, read, or write on it. The quality is great and the device lasts forever. When it comes to youtube I usually use this on the go to create video assets (procreate), edit videos via capcut, and use canva. In the event hotel rooms do not have HDMI port access I usually prop up my ipad and watch movies on it instead.
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Lightweight Travel Backpack
A versatile backpack that’s been my go-to for travel and on-the-go gaming. Has a large laptop slot, small laptop/ipad slot, and multiple small slots for smaller devices. My favorite part is that the backpack completely folds open and lays flat like a suitcase!
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Travel Electronic Bag
A soft shelled electronic bag to hold all of your cords, data-dongles, and SD cards. It fits perfectly in the open space of the 'Lightweight Travel Backpack'.
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Portable Laptop Stand
I mostly use this for my 13" macbook pro, but it works great for my 15" gaming laptop as well! The carrying case prevents it from scratching anything and it tucks neatly inside of the soft-shelled 'Travel Electronic Bag'.
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Flash Drive for iPhone (256GB)
Perfect for on-the-go creators — store your recordings, photos, and travel clips without worrying about phone storage.
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Wireless Mag Charger With Converter
Comes with a converter piece to turn usb-c into usb-b. The charging pad does get hot after charging for a while, but I love this thing.
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Car Vent Clip
Super durable and still holding up 4 years later! It’s handled tough terrains — even camping trips — like a champ. Perfect for hands-free car videos, listening to music, or watching shows during your break.
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Hard Shell Travel Case
Comes with organizer inserts. Use it to store gear, beauty products, and more.
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Phone Armband with Earphone, Key & Card Slots
I am always out adventuring and hiking, this is my favorite armband to take with me on the go. I purchased this in 2022 and the velcro is still super strong.
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Preppy Travel Jewelry Box
A chic, preppy travel case that keeps your jewelry neatly tucked away — alternatively use it to store your SD cards on the go.
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Preppy Shower/Beach Shoes
I actually hate standing in public showers, with these hard shell flip flops I don't have to. They are quick drying and work amazing for both public showers and the beach.
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Multi-Slot Travel Wallet
Initially I bought this as a travel wallet, but loved it so much I've kept it as a everyday wallt. Purchased in 2022 this wallet has held up to my everyday use and is still going strong.
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Purse Organizer Insert
Classy, preppy, chic and keeps me organized on the go. Features a slot for my water bottle, ipad, and camera; all fitting conviently in any of my purses.
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Portable Electric Kettle
I am not a huge truster of hotel kettles. I love carrying this little guy around to make matcha's, coffee, and ramen on the go. I love this so much I've been using it daily since 2022.
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Portable Espresso Maker
Espresso's on the go, right from your hotel room. I also love using this at home in the summers when my coffee vs matcha intake greatly increases.
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Mount Anywhere Bluetooth Speaker
Stick it in the shower, take it to the beach, even use it as your desktop/laptop speaker. This little bluetooth speaker is my go to both at home and for travel.
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Multi-port Phone Charger
Some hotels have limited charging ports, I love bringing this along to charge all my fiances and I devices at once (iphones, ipads, cameras). I actually have two of these, one that I keep in my work kit and the other for travel.
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USB-C to USB Connector
The more I travel the more I run into scenarios where I need to convert my charging cables in order to charge a device or use it on one of my laptops. I keep one of these in my work kit and another in my travel bag.
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Certified iPhone Lightening Cables
Its certified, its lightning, it comes in a 3-pack and the braided nylon feature makes this a no brainer item to have on hand when traveling.
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Magnetic Apple Watch & Airpods Charger
I use it in my car by plugging it into the cigarette port and in hotel rooms by plugging the usb end into the 'Multi Port Phone Charger' base.
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Compact LED Light Mirror
Super small, super cute, super affordable. I love this to check up close areas of my face on the go.
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Portable Food Storage
Very compact, easy to transport, its diswasher and microwave safe. I intially go this for work, but these days use it for travel and daily use when I head to the co-working center. I purchased it in both black/tan and white/tan.
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Sleep Mask
I've tried alot of sleep mask and this one kids by far has been my favorite! Its adjustable, has a nose bridge flap to fit any size nose and prevent light from leaking in. The inner fabric does not ball/bat up in the washer and best of all no velcro. Due to insomnia I have tried a lot of (expensive) sleep masks and trust me this affordable kiddie eye mask has been the best of them all.
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Bluetooth Sleep Headband
On the go I pair this with the kiddie eye mask, for the ultimate sleep. I just turn on my ASMR playlist and eventually when the insomnia subsides, I am fast asleep.
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Waterproof Action Camera (Go Pro Alternative)
Comes with all the accessories, plus addittional batteries so that you can keep recording on the go! Perfect for adventorous activities.
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Portable Printer
A new addition to my travel kit. Capture adventures on the go, print from your phone. No printer ink or refillable ink required!
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