show_ideas Console Command
Documentation and examples for the show_ideas command in Europa Universalis IV.
show_ideas
Dumps a country's national ideas to game.log
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Country TagTextrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste show_ideas command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Overview
Dumps a country's national ideas to game.log, letting you inspect exactly which idea set and bonuses it has.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the show_ideas command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type show_ideas followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the show_ideas command do?
Dumps a country's national ideas to game.log.
What are the parameters for the show_ideas command?
The syntax is show_ideas [country tag]. It takes one argument: country tag.
Does the show_ideas command require any DLC?
No. show_ideas is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use show_ideas in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so show_ideas can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like show_ideas can't be used to unlock them.