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ARK: Survival Ascended Metal Billboard item

Metal Billboard

  • Item
  • Base Game

A large metal billboard structure for server messaging and decoration, spawnable by item ID or GFI code.

Want to go deeper on the Metal Billboard (item ID 239)? Join the GameServersHub Discord to trade setups and spawn tips with other server admins. As of .

Blueprint Path

Full blueprint path

"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large.PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large'"

Spawn Commands

GFI Code

cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 0 0

GiveItemNum

cheat GiveItemNum 239 1 0 0

About

The Metal Billboard is a placeable structure that serves as a large sign for communicating messages or marking territory on your server. Admins use it to post rules, mark bases, or create visual landmarks across the map.

Spawn it directly into your inventory using its item ID or GFI code, then place it like any other structure. It does not stack, so each spawn command gives you a single billboard ready to build with.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Metal Billboard spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?
Yes. The Metal Billboard'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.
How current is the Metal Billboard spawn info?
The Metal Billboard 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.
What's the difference between the Metal Billboard GFI code and its blueprint path?
The GFI code PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large.PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Metal Billboard.
What items are related to the Metal Billboard?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Metal Billboard, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.
What is the Metal Billboard used for?
The Metal Billboard is a placeable structure that serves as a large sign for communicating messages or marking territory on your server. Admins use it to post rules, mark bases, or create visual landmarks across the map.
What do the numbers in the Metal Billboard spawn command mean?
In cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 0 0, the code identifies the Metal Billboard, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Metal Billboard.
How do I give the Metal Billboard to another player?
Look at the player and run cheat GiveItemToPlayer <PlayerID> 239 1 0 0, or stand near them and use cheat GiveItemNum 239 1 0 0 after selecting them in your admin tools. It's the quick way to hand out the Metal Billboard during events and giveaways.
How do I spawn a higher-quality Metal Billboard?
The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant. cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 100 0 attempts a top tier Metal Billboard. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored.
How do I open the console to spawn the Metal Billboard?
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 Metal Billboard spawn code from this page.
Can I spawn the Metal Billboard over RCON or on a dedicated server?
Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 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.
How do I add the Metal Billboard to a starter kit or loadout?
Include cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 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.
Which game is the Metal Billboard from?
The Metal Billboard is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
Where can I copy the Metal Billboard spawn command?
Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Metal Billboard command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.
Why isn't my Metal Billboard spawn command working?
Check three things: admin access is enabled (enablecheats on servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copying cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 0 0 directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes.
What is the item ID for the Metal Billboard?
The numeric item ID for the Metal Billboard is 239. Use it with GiveItemNum, cheat GiveItemNum 239 1 0 0, to spawn by ID instead of by GFI name.
How do I use GiveItemNum for the Metal Billboard?
Run cheat GiveItemNum 239 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.
What is the Metal Billboard class used for in mods or spawn tools?
Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Metal Billboard by its class PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large_C or GFI PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.
What is the blueprint path for the Metal Billboard?
The full blueprint path is "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large.PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item: cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large.PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes.
Is the Metal Billboard blueprint path case-sensitive?
Yes. "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large.PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large'" 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 does the Metal Billboard do in ARK: Survival Ascended?
A large metal billboard structure for server messaging and decoration, spawnable by item ID or GFI code.
How do I spawn the Metal Billboard as a blueprint instead of a finished item?
Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 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).
How do I spawn multiple Metal Billboard at once?
Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 25 0 0 spawns 25 of the Metal Billboard. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size.
What is the GFI code for the Metal Billboard?
The GFI code for the Metal Billboard is PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, so cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 0 0 is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path.
What is the class name for the Metal Billboard?
The class name for the Metal Billboard is PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large_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.
Does the Metal Billboard 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 Metal Billboard then spawns the same way.
Is the Metal Billboard a DLC item or part of the base game?
The Metal Billboard is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.
How do I give myself the Metal Billboard with a cheat command?
Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large 1 0 0. That gives you one Metal Billboard 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.
Can I get the Metal Billboard without spawning it?
Yes. The Metal Billboard 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's the difference between GFI and GiveItemNum for the Metal Billboard?
Both spawn the Metal Billboard. gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalSign_Large matches the item by name and is quickest to type; GiveItemNum 239 uses the numeric ID and is precise for scripting. Same result, different lookup.
How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Metal Billboard?
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 Metal Billboard spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.