Mastering Path of Exile 2's Endgame: A Guide to FilterBlade Loot Filters
For serious Path of Exile 2 endgame players, a suitable loot filter is essential. Loot filters drastically reduce screen clutter, making mapping manageable and focusing attention on valuable items. FilterBlade, the popular filter manager from PoE 1, now supports PoE 2. This guide explains its use.
How to Set Up FilterBlade Loot Filters in Path of Exile 2
- Access the FilterBlade website.
- Select PoE 2.
- The default NeverSink filter is pre-selected.
- Adjust the Strictness level using the slider (explained below).
- Navigate to the "Export to PoE" tab (top right).
- Name your filter.
- Click "Sync" or "Download" (bottom right):
- Sync: Automatically uploads the filter to your PoE 2 account, updating with author changes.
- Download: Saves the filter to your PC, allowing offline access and comparison of different strictness levels.
- In PoE 2, go to Options -> Game.
- If you synced, select the FilterBlade filter from the Item Filter dropdown.
- If you downloaded, use the folder icon to locate your downloaded filter.
Which Loot Filter Strictness Should You Choose?
NeverSink's FilterBlade offers seven strictness levels:
| Strictness | Effect | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Soft | Highlights valuable materials and items only. Doesn't hide anything. | Act 1-2 |
| Regular | Hides useless items with no crafting potential/sale value. | Act 3 |
| Semi-Strict | Hides low-potential/limited-value items. | Act 4-6 |
| Strict | Hides most items without high turnover. | Early Mapping (Waystone Tier 1-6) |
| Very Strict | Hides low-value rares and crafting bases. Hides Waystone Tier 1-6. | Mid to late mapping (Waystone Tier 7+) |
| Uber Strict | Hides almost all non-tiered rares and bases. Highlights top currency. Hides Waystones Tier 1-13. | Late mapping (Waystone Tier 14+) |
| Uber Plus Strict | Hides nearly everything except valuable currency and high-return items. Hides Waystones Tier 1-14. | Ultra endgame mapping (Waystone Tier 15-18) |
For returning players, Semi-Strict is a good starting point. Soft and Regular are ideal for fresh league starts. Pressing ALT (PC) reveals hidden items, though their names may be minimized for convenience.
How to Customize FilterBlade Loot Filter in PoE 2
FilterBlade's strength lies in its easy customization without code editing.
Using the Customize Tab
The "Customize" tab (next to "Overview") allows granular control over item drops. Search for specific items (e.g., "Divine Orb") to modify their appearance and sound. Click the in-game showcase icon to preview sounds.
Changing Colors and Sounds
Modify colors and sounds individually or globally. The "Styles" tab controls filter-wide text, border, background, and audio. For individual items, use the "Customize" tab. Add custom sounds (.mp3) or use community sounds. "Reset" reverts changes. Experiment with community-created Modules for pre-made visual or auditory adjustments.
