activate Console Command
Documentation and examples for the activate command in Skyrim.
activate
Activate a selected object as if you used it.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use activate.
Activates the selected object, lever or door.
Overview
Triggers the selected object's activation, the same as walking up and pressing use on it, which is handy when a lever, door or quest object cannot be reached or clicked normally. It can resolve a quest that stalls because an object will not activate. Select the object first, then run the command.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the activate command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type activate, then press Enter. For example: activate. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the activate command do?
Activate a selected object as if you used it.
Does the activate command require any DLC?
No. activate is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using activate disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including activate, disables Steam achievements for the rest of that play session on PC. Reload an earlier save or use an achievement-enabler mod if you still want achievements.