Unlock All Doors (unlock)
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim — Cheat Codes
Instantly unlocks any locked door, chest, or container you are looking at.
Syntax
unlockExample
unlock💡 Notes
PC only via console. Target the object first by clicking on it with the console open.
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Target correctly
Click on the door/chest with console open to select its ID before typing unlock.
Use for stuck quests
If a quest door won't open due to a bug, use unlock to proceed.
Combine with tcl
Use unlock with tcl to bypass locked areas entirely.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Door not unlocking
Make sure you've clicked on the door and its ID appears in console.
Quest still broken
Some quests require specific triggers; use setstage to advance instead.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Unlocking quest doors prematurely
- Not selecting the target object
- Using on essential doors that break quests
👍 Pros
- Opens master locks instantly
- No lockpicks needed
- Works on quest doors
- Simple command
👎 Cons
- Disables achievements
- Can skip quest objectives
- May cause softlocks