Skyrim Codex

setpos Console Command

Documentation and examples for the setpos command in Skyrim.

setpos

World & Movement

Set a target's position along an axis.

ParameterDescription
Axis (x/y/z)Textrequired
ValueNumberrequiredThe numeric value to set.

Command builder

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

Axis (x/y/z)
Value

Examples

Here is an example of how to use setpos.

Sets the selected reference's height to 1000 units.

Overview

Moves the selected reference to an exact coordinate on a chosen axis, X, Y or Z. Raising the Z value lifts an object out of the floor, which can free a reference that has fallen through the world. It pairs with getpos for reading the current value first. Select the reference, then pass the axis and the new coordinate.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the setpos command in Skyrim?

Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type setpos followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: setpos z 1000. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.

What does the setpos command do?

Set a target's position along an axis.

What are the parameters for the setpos command?

The syntax is setpos [axis (x/y/z)] [value]. It takes 2 arguments: axis (x/y/z), value.

Does the setpos command require any DLC?

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

Does using setpos disable Steam achievements?

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