playidle Console Command
Documentation and examples for the playidle command in Skyrim.
playidle
Make a selected actor play a named idle animation.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Idle NameTextrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste playidle command.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use playidle.
Plays a named idle animation on the selected actor.
Overview
Causes the selected actor to perform a specific idle animation by name, useful for posing NPCs in screenshots or testing animations. You need the editor name of the idle. The actor may snap out of it when their AI resumes. A tool for machinima and screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the playidle command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type playidle followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: playidle IdleSalute. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the playidle command do?
Make a selected actor play a named idle animation.
What are the parameters for the playidle command?
The syntax is playidle [idle name]. It takes one argument: idle name.
Does the playidle command require any DLC?
No. playidle is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using playidle disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including playidle, 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.