showinventory Console Command
Documentation and examples for the showinventory command in Skyrim.
showinventory
List the form IDs of items in a target's inventory.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use showinventory.
Lists the inventory and form IDs of the selected target.
Overview
Prints to the console every item carried by the selected NPC or container, along with each item's form ID and count. It is invaluable for finding the exact codes of equipped gear so you can copy, remove or replace it. With nothing selected it can target the player. The list may be long, so scroll the console to read it.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the showinventory command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type showinventory, then press Enter. For example: showinventory. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the showinventory command do?
List the form IDs of items in a target's inventory.
Does the showinventory command require any DLC?
No. showinventory is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using showinventory disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including showinventory, 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.