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How to move objects in Starfield without picking them up or equipping them

Put the object just where you want it.

Starfield is a true Bethesda RPG, featuring a world littered with objects you can collect. Some objects have no in-game purpose other than being decorative. However, these items are perfect for decorating my home and spaceship, so I've gathered them to take back to my bases. But to place the items on the ground, I had to figure out how to move them without adding them to my inventory. Here's how you can move objects in Starfield.

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How to Pick Up Objects and Items in Starfield

Picking up objects to move them is an easy process and can be done with any interactable item and some non-interactable items in Starfield. All you have to do is press and hold the E key on PC or the A button on Xbox. Doing so for a few seconds will allow you to pick up the item without adding it to your inventory or equipping it. Press E or A again to drop the item.

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You can use this technique to pick up and place objects, which is especially helpful for decorating your home, ship, or Outpost. I move objects around to better suit the character I play and have decorated my spaceship to match my background. You can even rotate objects once you have picked them up.

How to Pick Up Armor and Weapons Without Equipping in Starfield

Using the method above won't work on weapons or armor; you'll equip it instead of picking it up. However, you can use ADS to do to move weapons and armor. Simply aim down sights while holding a weapon and point at the weapon or armor you want to move. Once you are on the object, hold E or A like above, and you'll pick up the object. You can then release the aim button and move the weapon or armor piece freely.

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Does Moving an Object Count as Stealing in Starfield?

It should be noted that if you pick up an object considered stolen, you will still get in trouble. Items in shops should be handled carefully, as I picked up a non-interactable item, and the UC Security opened fire on me. Luckily, there is a way to steal items without getting caught.

For more information on Starfield, check out Starfield – Best Way to Make Money and How to take over a ship in Starfield (and register it as your own) on Pro Game Guides.


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Justin Joy
Justin has been diving into fantasy worlds since he can remember. He is a certified nerd who has a deep love of reading, writing, and hiking. He has been writing since his college days, but specifically in gaming for two years. His favorite games are The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Banjo Kazooie.