tag Console Command
Documentation and examples for the tag command in Europa Universalis IV.
tag
Switches to playing another country
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Country TagTextrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste tag command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Examples
Here are some examples of how to use tag.
Switches you to playing as France.
Switches you to playing as Ming.
Overview
Switches the country you are controlling to another nation by its three-letter tag (for example tag FRA to play France). The country you leave reverts to AI control — the core command for jumping between nations.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the tag command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type tag followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: tag FRA. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the tag command do?
Switches to playing another country.
What are the parameters for the tag command?
The syntax is tag [country tag]. It takes one argument: country tag.
Does the tag command require any DLC?
No. tag is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use tag in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so tag can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like tag can't be used to unlock them.