Prestidigitation
Transmutation Cantrip
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Prestidigitation is a transmutation cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). You create a magical effect within range. Choose the effect from the options below. If you cast this spell multiple times, you can have up to three of its non-instantaneous effects active at a time.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 10 feet
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Classes
- Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
You create a magical effect within range. Choose the effect from the options below. If you cast this spell multiple times, you can have up to three of its non-instantaneous effects active at a time.
**_Sensory Effect._** You create an instantaneous, harmless sensory effect, such as a shower of sparks, a puff of wind, faint musical notes, or an odd odor.
**_Fire Play._** You instantaneously light or snuff out a candle, a torch, or a small campfire.
**_Clean or Soil._** You instantaneously clean or soil an object no larger than 1 cubic foot.
**_Minor Sensation._** You chill, warm, or flavor up to 1 cubic foot of nonliving material for 1 hour.
**_Magic Mark._** You make a color, a small mark, or a symbol appear on an object or a surface for 1 hour.
**_Minor Creation._** You create a nonmagical trinket or an illusory image that can fit in your hand. It lasts until the end of your next turn. A trinket can deal no damage and has no monetary worth.
Common questions
What level is Prestidigitation?
Prestidigitation is a cantrip (level 0) from the Transmutation school in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Prestidigitation?
Prestidigitation has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 10 feet.
Does Prestidigitation require concentration?
No. Prestidigitation does not require concentration.
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