equipitem Console Command
Documentation and examples for the equipitem command in Skyrim.
equipitem
Force a selected NPC to equip an item by form ID.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Item Form IDIDrequired | The form ID of the item. Find it on the item codes list. |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste equipitem command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use equipitem.
Forces the selected NPC to equip the item.
Overview
Makes the NPC you have clicked on in the console equip a given item, which must be in that NPC's inventory. Add it first with additem if needed. It is useful for dressing followers or characters in specific gear. Use unequipitem to undo it.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the equipitem command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type equipitem followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: equipitem 0001397E. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the equipitem command do?
Force a selected NPC to equip an item by form ID.
What are the parameters for the equipitem command?
The syntax is equipitem [item form id]. It takes one argument: item form id.
Does the equipitem command require any DLC?
No. equipitem is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using equipitem disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including equipitem, 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.