Skyrim Codex

fov Console Command

Documentation and examples for the fov command in Skyrim.

fov

World & MovementAlias: field of view

Set the camera's field of view.

ParameterDescription
DegreesNumberrequiredAn angle in degrees.

Command builder

Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste fov command.

Degrees

Examples

Here is an example of how to use fov.

Widens the field of view to 90 degrees.

Overview

Changes the field of view, the angle of vision the camera renders. The default is roughly 65 to 75; raising it widens the view for a more peripheral perspective, while lowering it zooms in. Very high values can distort first-person weapons. The setting may reset after loading a save, so reapply it if needed.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the fov command in Skyrim?

Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type fov followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: fov 90. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.

What does the fov command do?

Set the camera's field of view.

What are the parameters for the fov command?

The syntax is fov [degrees]. It takes one argument: degrees.

Does the fov command require any DLC?

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

Does using fov disable Steam achievements?

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