removeitem Console Command
Documentation and examples for the removeitem command in Skyrim.
removeitem
Remove an item from a selected NPC or container.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Item Form IDIDrequired | The form ID of the item. Find it on the item codes list. |
AmountNumberrequired | How many to add. |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste removeitem command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use removeitem.
Removes 100 gold from the selected target.
Overview
Takes a quantity of an item out of the inventory of whatever you have selected in the console. Click an NPC or container first, then run the command with the item form ID and an amount. It is the targeted counterpart to player.removeitem.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the removeitem command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type removeitem followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: removeitem 0000000F 100. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the removeitem command do?
Remove an item from a selected NPC or container.
What are the parameters for the removeitem command?
The syntax is removeitem [item form id] [amount]. It takes 2 arguments: item form id, amount.
Does the removeitem command require any DLC?
No. removeitem is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using removeitem disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including removeitem, 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.