List of skills (The Sims 4)

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This is a list of skills in The Sims 4.

The Sims 4

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Charisma	Charisma can be worked on in the mirror or in conversations with other Sims. Increasing this skill will unlock new Social Media Interactions on the Computer.
	Comedy	Comedy Skill is useful when talking with other Sims and with the microphone stand. Increasing this skill will unlock new Joke Socials, Comedy Routines, and the ability to Improvise Routines on a Microphone.
	Cooking	Cooking Skill is built primarily by cooking with the fridge, stove, and counter. Increasing this skill will unlock new Cooking Tricks, Moodlets, and Recipes.
	Fishing	The Fishing Skill is improved via fishing and reading about fishing. Increasing this skill will unlock Fishing with Bait and increases the likelihood of catching bigger and better fish.
	Fitness	Fitness can be worked on via the treadmill, weight bench, or punching bag. Increasing this skill will unlock new Workout Interactions and Socials.
	Gardening	Gardening Skill is built by working with plants, seeds, and planters. Increasing this skill will allow Sims to be more efficient when Gardening as well as unlock new Gardening Interactions and Socials.
	Gourmet cooking	Gourmet Cooking is developed through cooking gourmet foods on the fridge, stove, and countertop. Increasing this skill will unlock new Gourmet Cooking Tricks, Moodlets, and Recipes.
	Guitar	Use the guitar to improve Guitar Skill. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Guitar, including the ability to Write Songs, Publish Songs, and Serenade Sims.
	Handiness	Handiness is built by repairing and upgrading objects, or using the woodworking table. Increasing this skill unlocks new craftables on the Woodworking Table and improves Sims' ability to Repair and Upgrade objects.
	Logic	Logic is built on the chessboard, telescope, and microscope. Increasing this skill will unlock new Interactions on the Microscope, Observatory, and various Collectibles.
	Mischief	Mischief is mainly tied to social interactions and the Voodoo Doll. Increasing this skill will unlock new Mischievous Social on Sims as well as Mischievous Interactions on the Voodoo Doll, Computer and Phone.
	Mixology	Mixologists primarily use the bar. Increasing this skill will unlock the ability to make new Drinks, Bar Tricks, and Mixology Socials!
	Painting	Painting is primarily tied to the easel. Increasing this skill will unlock new Painting Genres and Sizes!
	Piano	When ivories need tickling and aural senses need soothing, a pianist is the only Sim that can help. Practice, practice, practice that Piano Skill and while you may never be a rock star, you'll be played in elevators forever. Piano Skill is improved on the Piano.
	Photography	From a phone to a fancy camera, Sims who are skilled in Photography will have greater success as they hone their skills by taking lots of pictures, upgrading their equipment, experimenting with picture settings and using the In a Flash Photo Studio.
	Programming	Programming is done on the computer. Increasing this skill will allow Sims to create Plugins, Games, Mods, and Mobile Phone Apps. Sims will also be able to Hack on the Computer!
	Rocket science	The Rocket Science Skill is built using the rocket ship. Increasing this skill will increase build speed and unlock new Upgrades on the Rocket Ship.
	Video gaming	Video Gaming Skill is improved via the computer, motion game system, and tablet. Increasing this skill will unlock new Video Gaming Socials as well as new Interactions on the Computer.
	Violin	Violin Skill is improved via the violin. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Violin, including the ability to Write Songs and Serenade Sims.
	Writing	Writing is primarily done on the computer. Increasing this skill will unlock new Writing Interactions on the Computer as well as the ability to Publish and Self-Publish books.

Toddler Skills

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Communication	Communication Skill teaches Toddlers advanced socials. Improve it by talking with others, and studying advanced Flash Cards.
	Imagination	Imagination Skill teaches Toddlers to read and create fantastical worlds with their toys. Gain Imagination skill by playing with Toys and Dolls, listening to music, or looking at Toddler Books.
	Movement	Movement Skill helps Toddlers walk faster, run, climb stairs, and dance. Improve it by walking around, building with Nesting Blocks, dancing, or via Play Wrestling with adults.
	Potty	Potty skill teaches toddlers to use the Potty Chair. Improve it by having an adult Train the toddler.
	Thinking	Thinking Skill helps toddlers throw fewer tantrums and be more capable of taking care of themselves. It reduces defiance, and helps to solve needs. Thinking Skill is improved by being curious, or by playing with Flash Cards, Nesting Blocks, or the Tablet.

Child Skills

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Creativity	The Creativity Skill can be developed on the activity table as a child sim and easel as an adult. Increasing this skill will unlock new Activity Table Drawings, Dollhouse Interactions, and Socials!
	Mental	Mental skill can be developed on the science table and chessboard. Increasing this skill will unlock new science table potions, computer interactions, and socials.
	Motor	Motor skill can be developed on monkey bars and jungle gyms.
	Social	Social skill can be developed on the dollhouse and stuffed animal. Increasing this skill unlocks additional interactions on the TV and computer, as well as new socials.

Outdoor Retreat

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Herbalism	How can a nature lover best take advantage of the gifts of the forest? Rare and wondrous Herbs aren't just leafy greens, but precious ingredients! The Herbalism skill is built by Identifying Herbs after collecting them and Brewing Remedies on the Grill or Stove.

Get to Work

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Baking	Baking is science in action. You can't just throw random ingredients into a bowl like some chef. You have to plan. Fortunately, the plan involves large helpings of sugar. Increasing your baking skill will unlock new Baked Goods for your Oven and Cupcake Factory.

Spa Day

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Wellness	Wellness is primarily increased through Meditation, Yoga, and Massages. Increasing this skill will unlock new Yoga poses, massage types, and some transcendent meditation techniques!

Get Together

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Dancing	Dancing can be improved by shaking it on the dance floor, moving along to the music of a DJ booth or stereo, and even by practicing in a mirror. Improving the Dancing Skill unlocks new dance moves for your Sim to use.
	DJ mixing	DJ Skill is gained by practicing on a DJ Booth or by playing for a crowd. Increasing interactions on the DJ Booth.

City Living

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Singing	Sims love to sing using the Karaoke Machine, but they can also sing using instruments or the Microphone. Skilled singers will unlock more songs, have the ability to Sing in Shower, and serenade other Sims. High-skilled singers can write lyrics on instruments and even license lyrics to earn a few more Simoleons!

Vampires

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Pipe organ	Use the pipe organ to improve the Pipe Organ Skill. Increasing this skill will unlock new Songs and Interactions on the Pipe Organ, including the ability to Write Songs.
	Vampire lore	Vampire Lore Skill is improved by researching into Vampires on the computer or reading unlocked Vampire Tomes.

Bowling Night Stuff

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Bowling	Some would call Bowling a minor skill, but they'd only be technically correct. While it may only have five levels of advancement, Sims who put in the work to skill up will look undeniably cool. They'll acquire additional bowling balls as they go, and you may just bowl a Perfect Llama game of all strikes someday. Bowling Skill is improved via... well... bowling. Get to it!

Parenthood

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Parenting	Parenting Skill is built by caring for children, talking to other parents, and researching on the computer. Increasing this skill will unlock new ways to parent children and solve their motives.

Cats & Dogs

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Pet training	Dogs being able to perform tricks is a basic expectation. Once trained, the dog can perform the trick on command.
	Veterinarian	It takes a steady hand, compassionate heart, and good knowledge of animal medical anatomy to be a great Veterinarian. Examine and Treat pets at your Vet Clinic to increase this skill!

Jungle Adventure

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Archaeology	Archaeology skill is built by digging up, authenticating, and studying ancient artifacts. Increasing this skill unlocks new interactions on the Archaeology Table.
	Selvadoradian culture	Selvadoradian culture Skill is built by socializing with the locals in Selvadorada, tasting the local cuisine, and interacting with local vendors.

Seasons

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Flower arranging	Flower arranging Skill is built by using Violets are Blue Flower Arranging Table. Increasing this skill will allow sims to create different flowers. High-skilled Sims will also be able to Scent arrangements with flowers, allowing Sims to have an emotional response to the arrangements.

Get Famous

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Acting	Acting Skill can be built by practicing acting on a mirror. It allows sims to preform scenes and unlock new socials related to acting.
	Media production	Media Production Skill can be built using the Mix Master Music Station, the More Views Video Station, or either Streaming Drone. It allows sims to use those stations more effectively.

Discover University

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Research & debate	This skill can be improved and used with the Research Archive Machine to Research varying topics, and the Mirror to Practice Debating.
	Robotics	Robotics skill is built by Tinkering at the Robotics Table and repairing Utili-Bots and Servos. Increasing this skill unlocks new craftables on the Robotics Table.

Eco Lifestyle

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Fabrication	Fabrication Skill is built by using the fabricator and by creating candles at the candle making table. Increasing the skill unlocks new recipes to explore!
	Juice fizzing	Practicing the Juice Fizzing Skill allows Sims to become better at making better quality fizzy juice. Reaching max level of this skill will grant Sims the "Afizzionado" reward trait.

Nifty Knitting Stuff

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Knitting	Leveling up in this skill lets Sims knit various articles of clothing, furniture and decorations.

Snowy Escape

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Rock climbing	Getting better at this physical skill will unlock new ways to climb as well as allow access to new areas and vistas.
	Skiing	Leveling up in this skill unlocks new slope Interactions, Tricks, Outfits, Skis, Solo Interactions, and Socials.
	Snowboarding	Leveling up grants access to harder slopes, more tricks, or becoming Snow Bros with other skilled Sims.

Paranormal Stuff

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Medium	Leveling up in this skill lets Sims conduct seances at a seance table, learn more seances, and form group seances.

Cottage Living

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Cross-stitch	Practicing this skill allows Sims to create multiple different cross-stitch pieces, and the ability to "stitch from reference."

High School Years

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Entrepreneur	Want to take your ideas on a journey from spark to small business to business empire? Build your Entrepreneur skill by progressing your Side Hustles and excelling in Odd Jobs and Freelance Careers!

Horse Ranch

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Riding	Horse Riding can be a recreational activity, a mode of travel, or a means for winning Competitions. The Skill reflects the riding Sim's capabilities rather than the horse's capabilities. The best way to learn this skill is to mount up and get riding! All of a Sim's time spent riding improves their Horse Riding Skill, whether out for a leisurely ride or training the Horse's Agility, Jumping, or Endurance Skills.
	Nectar making	Nectar Making combines the subtle art of extracting flavors from a wide variety of ingredients with the not-so-subtle art of smashing those ingredients to a pulp. Nectar Making can be improved by crafting bottles at the Nectar maker. Improving the Nectar Making Skill increases how quickly Sims can craft Nectar, and unlocks access to new recipes.

Crystal Creations

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Gemology	While every Sim may appreciate a shiny gem, those with Gemology skill learn to create their own gem-based creations for wearing, gifting, or turning a little profit. Gemology is built primarily by crafting on the Gemology Table, supplemented by finding metals and crystals. Increasing this skill will unlock new jewelry designs and gemstone cuts, as well as increase the number of metals and crystals a Sim finds!

Lovestruck

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Romance	Anyone can be romantic, but soon these Sims will exude romance. Romance Sims will find that they succeed more often in matters of the heart. Romance Skill can be improved through most romantic or flirty interactions, including new ones that they gain with this skill.

Life And Death

Icon	Skill	Notes
	Thanatology	This skill allows Sims to explore the subject of death and loss. Sims learn about grief, coping mechanisms, and the customs associated with the afterlife. Sims will be well on their way to becoming an expert in Thanatology after completing tasks in the Reaper career, reading up on theories, and reading all of the Thanatology skill books.