Path of Exile 2: How to Use FilterBlade %v

Mastering Path of Exile 2's Endgame: A Guide to FilterBlade Loot Filters

For serious Path of Exile 2 endgame players, a well-configured loot filter is essential. Loot filters significantly reduce screen clutter, making mapping more manageable and focusing your attention on valuable items. FilterBlade, the popular filter manager from PoE 1, now supports PoE 2. This guide explains how to use it.

Setting Up FilterBlade in Path of Exile 2

Access the FilterBlade website.
Select PoE 2.
The NeverSink filter will be pre-selected.
Adjust the Strictness level using the slider (explained below).
Navigate to the "Export to PoE" tab (top right).
Name your filter.
Choose "Sync" or "Download":
- Sync: Automatically updates the filter in your PoE 2 account, reflecting author changes.
- Download: Downloads the filter to your PC, allowing you to compare different strictness levels without resyncing.
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.

Your FilterBlade loot filter is now active.

Choosing the Right Strictness Level

NeverSink's FilterBlade offers seven strictness levels:

Strictness	Effect	Best For
Soft	Highlights valuable materials and items; hides nothing.	Act 1-2
Regular	Hides useless items with no crafting potential or sale value.	Act 3
Semi-Strict	Hides items with low potential or limited value.	Act 4-6
Strict	Hides most items without high turnover.	Early Mapping (Waystone Tiers 1-6)
Very Strict	Hides low-value rares, crafting bases, and Waystone Tiers 1-6.	Mid to late Mapping (Waystone Tiers 7+)
Uber Strict	Hides almost all non-tiered rares and crafting bases; highlights currency. Hides Waystones Tiers 1-13.	Late Mapping (Waystone Tiers 14+)
Uber Plus Strict	Hides nearly everything except valuable currency and high-return items. Hides Waystones Tiers 1-14.	Ultra endgame Mapping (Waystone Tiers 15-18)

For returning players, Semi-Strict is a good starting point. Soft and Regular are suitable for fresh league starts. Pressing ALT (PC) reveals hidden items, often with reduced size for easier identification.

Customizing Your FilterBlade Filter

FilterBlade's strength lies in its easy customization without code editing.

Using the Customize Tab:

The "Customize" tab allows granular control over individual item drops. Search for an item (e.g., "Divine Orb") to adjust its appearance and preview its in-game sound.

Changing Colors and Sounds:

The "Styles" tab lets you modify filter-wide text, borders, backgrounds, and sounds. Individual item adjustments are done in the "Customize" tab. You can use custom .mp3 sounds or choose from numerous community-created sounds. Experiment freely; the "Reset" option is always available.

Explore community-created Modules for pre-made visual and auditory filter adjustments.