Skyrim Codex

setgs Console Command

Documentation and examples for the setgs command in Skyrim.

setgs

Debug & InfoAlias: set game setting

Change a game setting value.

ParameterDescription
Setting NameTextrequired
ValueNumberrequiredThe numeric value to set.

Command builder

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

Setting Name
Value

Examples

Here is an example of how to use setgs.

Increases the minimum jump height game setting.

Overview

Modifies one of the engine's game settings by name, allowing deep tweaks such as jump height, carry-weight multipliers or fast-travel rules. You pass the setting name followed by the new value. Changing the wrong setting can destabilise the game, so only edit ones you understand, and note many reset on reload. A powerful but advanced tuning command.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the setgs command in Skyrim?

Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type setgs followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: setgs fJumpHeightMin 150. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.

What does the setgs command do?

Change a game setting value.

What are the parameters for the setgs command?

The syntax is setgs [setting name] [value]. It takes 2 arguments: setting name, value.

Does the setgs command require any DLC?

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

Does using setgs disable Steam achievements?

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