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Path of Exile 2: How to Use FilterBlade

by Scarlett Feb 22,2025

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 dramatically reduce screen clutter, improving gameplay by highlighting only valuable items. FilterBlade, the popular filter manager from PoE 1, now supports PoE 2. This guide explains how to use it.

How to Set Up FilterBlade Loot Filters in Path of Exile 2

Access the FilterBlade website.
Select "PoE 2."
The NeverSink filter will be the default.
Adjust the strictness level using the slider (explained below).
Go to the "Export to PoE" tab (top right).
Name your filter.
Click "Sync" or "Download":
- Sync: Automatically updates the filter in your PoE 2 account, reflecting author changes.
- Download: Downloads the filter to your PC. Useful for comparing different strictness levels.
In PoE 2, navigate 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 FilterBlade offers seven strictness levels:

Strictness	Effect	Best For
Soft	Highlights valuable items and materials; hides nothing.	Act 1-2
Regular	Hides useless items with no crafting potential or 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 Tiers 1-6)
Very Strict	Hides low-value rares and crafting bases; hides Waystone Tiers 1-6.	Mid to late mapping (Waystone Tiers 7+)
Uber Strict	Hides almost all non-tiered rares and bases; highlights top currency.	Late mapping (Waystone Tiers 14+)
Uber Plus Strict	Hides nearly everything except high-value currency and rares/uniques.	Ultra endgame mapping (Waystone Tiers 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 better visibility.

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 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

Use the "Styles" tab for filter-wide color and sound adjustments. Individual item adjustments are done in the "Customize" tab. Sound effects can be customized using the dropdown, allowing for personal sounds (.mp3) or community-created options. Experiment freely; the "Reset" option is always available. Explore community-created Modules for pre-made visual and auditory modifications.

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