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When was the Bookshelf data last updated?

The Bookshelf entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.

How do I give the Bookshelf to another player?

Look at the player and run cheat GiveItemToPlayer <PlayerID> 305 1 0 0, or stand near them and use cheat GiveItemNum 305 1 0 0 after selecting them in your admin tools. It's the quick way to hand out the Bookshelf during events and giveaways.

How do I open the console to spawn the Bookshelf?

On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the Bookshelf spawn code from this page.

What is the item ID for the Bookshelf?

The numeric item ID for the Bookshelf is 305. Use it with GiveItemNum, cheat GiveItemNum 305 1 0 0, to spawn by ID instead of by GFI name.

Can I get the Bookshelf without spawning it?

Yes. The Bookshelf can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.

What is the class name for the Bookshelf?

The class name for the Bookshelf is PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf_C. Class names end in _C and identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros.

What's the Bookshelf GFI short code?

The GFI code for the Bookshelf is PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, so cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0 is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path.

Which game is the Bookshelf from?

The Bookshelf is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

How do I spawn multiple Bookshelf at once?

Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 25 0 0 spawns 25 of the Bookshelf. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size.

How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Bookshelf?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the Bookshelf spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.

What items are related to the Bookshelf?

See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Bookshelf, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.

What's the difference between the Bookshelf GFI code and its blueprint path?

The GFI code PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Misc/PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf.PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Bookshelf.

Can I spawn the Bookshelf over RCON or on a dedicated server?

Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

Is the Bookshelf blueprint path case-sensitive?

Yes. "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Misc/PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf.PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf'" must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn.

What's the difference between GFI and GiveItemNum for the Bookshelf?

Both spawn the Bookshelf. gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf matches the item by name and is quickest to type; GiveItemNum 305 uses the numeric ID and is precise for scripting. Same result, different lookup.

Is the Bookshelf a DLC item or part of the base game?

The Bookshelf is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.

Why isn't my Bookshelf spawn command working?

Check three things: admin access is enabled (enablecheats on servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copying cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0 directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes.

How do I spawn a higher-quality Bookshelf?

The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant. cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 100 0 attempts a top tier Bookshelf. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored.

How do I use GiveItemNum for the Bookshelf?

Run cheat GiveItemNum 305 1 0 0 in the admin console. GiveItemNum spawns by numeric ID, which is precise for scripts and control panels. The trailing numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag.

How do I spawn the Bookshelf as a blueprint instead of a finished item?

Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored).

What do the numbers in the Bookshelf spawn command mean?

In cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0, the code identifies the Bookshelf, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Bookshelf.

What is the Bookshelf class used for in mods or spawn tools?

Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Bookshelf by its class PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf_C or GFI PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.

What is the Bookshelf used for?

The Bookshelf is a structure used to display and store books and scrolls collected across the ARK. It serves as both functional storage and base decoration, fitting into libraries, studies, or knowledge-focused builds.

Is the Bookshelf spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?

Yes. The Bookshelf's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.

What does the Bookshelf do in ARK: Survival Ascended?

A decorative storage structure that holds books and scrolls, placeable in player bases with no DLC requirement.

What is the blueprint path for the Bookshelf?

The full blueprint path is "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Misc/PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf.PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item: cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Misc/PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf.PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes.

How do I spawn the Bookshelf in ARK: Survival Ascended?

Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0. That gives you one Bookshelf instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

How do I add the Bookshelf to a starter kit or loadout?

Include cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_Bookshelf 1 0 0 in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout.

Where can I copy the Bookshelf spawn command?

Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Bookshelf command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.

Does the Bookshelf spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?

Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The Bookshelf then spawns the same way.