prid Console Command
Documentation and examples for the prid command in Skyrim.
prid
Select a reference by its ID for following commands.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Reference IDIDrequired | A placed object's reference ID, or the base form ID. |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste prid command.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use prid.
Selects a specific reference by its ID for the next command.
Overview
Targets a specific reference by its reference ID so subsequent commands act on it without clicking, which is essential when the reference is off-screen, hidden or hard to click. It is commonly paired with moveto, enable, disable or resurrect. Many unique NPCs have well-known ref IDs you can prid directly. This is one of the most useful selection commands.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the prid command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type prid followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: prid 000A2C94. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the prid command do?
Select a reference by its ID for following commands.
What are the parameters for the prid command?
The syntax is prid [reference id]. It takes one argument: reference id.
Does the prid command require any DLC?
No. prid is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using prid disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including prid, 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.