Skyrim Codex

disable Console Command

Documentation and examples for the disable command in Skyrim.

disable

NPCs & Actors

Make a selected object or NPC invisible and non-interactive.

Examples

Here is an example of how to use disable.

Hides the selected object or NPC from the world.

Overview

Removes the selected reference from the world by hiding it and stopping it interacting with anything, though it is not truly deleted. It is the standard fix for a corpse, object or NPC blocking your path or breaking a quest. You can bring it back with enable. To permanently remove something, follow disable with markfordelete.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the disable command in Skyrim?

Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type disable, then press Enter. For example: disable. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.

What does the disable command do?

Make a selected object or NPC invisible and non-interactive.

Does the disable command require any DLC?

No. disable is part of the base game and works without any DLC.

Does using disable disable Steam achievements?

Opening the console and entering any command, including disable, 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.