Preserving Salt

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What do the numbers in the Preserving Salt spawn command mean?

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

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

Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Preserving Salt by its class PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt_C or GFI PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.

What's the Preserving Salt class name?

The class name for the Preserving Salt is PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt_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.

Where can I copy the Preserving Salt spawn command?

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

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

Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt 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's the Preserving Salt GFI short code?

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

Does the Preserving Salt 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 Preserving Salt then spawns the same way.

How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Preserving Salt?

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 Preserving Salt spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.

Why isn't my Preserving Salt spawn command working?

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

What items are related to the Preserving Salt?

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

How do I spawn a higher-quality Preserving Salt?

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

What's the full blueprint path of the Preserving Salt?

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

How do I give myself the Preserving Salt with a cheat command?

Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt 1 0 0. That gives you one Preserving Salt 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.

Which game is the Preserving Salt from?

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

Is the Preserving Salt spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?

Yes. The Preserving Salt'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 Preserving Salt do in ARK: Survival Ascended?

A resource used in food preservation and certain crafting recipes; spawn with its GFI code for quick server setup or testing.

How do I open the console to spawn the Preserving Salt?

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 Preserving Salt spawn code from this page.

What is the Preserving Salt used for?

Preserving Salt is a crafting resource primarily used in preservation recipes and food preparation. Admins use it to stock cookers, industrial grills, and other cooking stations when setting up a new server or testing food preservation mechanics.

When was the Preserving Salt data last updated?

The Preserving Salt 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 spawn multiple Preserving Salt at once?

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

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

The GFI code PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/ScorchedEarth/CoreBlueprints/Resources/PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt.PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Preserving Salt.

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

Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt 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 Preserving Salt blueprint path case-sensitive?

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

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

Include cheat gfi PrimalItemResource_PreservingSalt 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.

Can I get the Preserving Salt without spawning it?

Yes. The Preserving Salt 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.