In Path of Exile 2, your loot filter should keep useful rewards visible without covering ground attacks. Start with moderate strictness, then adjust visual settings in an area you know well.
Key takeaways
- Filters are selected in Options > Game > Item Filter.
- Show and Hide rules are processed in order.
- Filters can be used on consoles by subscribing through the official website.
- Patch 0.1.1 added a bindable action to show or hide labels.
Path of Exile 2 loot filter settings: choosing the right strictness
Keep Regular or Semi-Strict during the campaign and your first maps. These levels keep gems, currency, socketed items and potential upgrades visible. Switch to Strict when your gear rarely changes.
- Choose Regular if you are still comparing many items.
- Move to Semi-Strict when common rares clutter the ground.
- Use Strict for targeted farming and already geared characters.
- After a patch, reload the filter and then complete a short map.
Show and Hide rules are read in order. A rule that matches an item normally stops evaluation. Place currency, waystones and important bases before rules that hide everything else.
The official syntax also supports WaystoneTier and UnidentifiedItemTier. These criteria let you flag specific items without turning every label into an alert.
Path of Exile 2 loot filter: visibility priorities
Reserve strong signals for items that genuinely interrupt your movement. A clear colour is often enough for an item worth checking. Add a short sound to priority rewards. Keep beams for exceptional drops.
| Item | Recommended setting | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Wanted currency | High-contrast text and a short sound | The drop remains easy to spot after the fight. |
| Item to compare | Subtle background and medium font | It stays visible without covering the action. |
| Ordinary gear | Hide it in maps if it is useless | Fewer labels and less backtracking. |
| Rare reward | Distinct sound and beam | The signal retains its value. |
Avoid putting six visual effects on one category. Too many sounds quickly become tiring, while too many beams make the ground confusing. If you are short on resistances or a useful weapon, temporarily return to the previous strictness level.
FPS and display settings: test without losing your bearings
The filter does not directly increase FPS. However, it prevents a drop in performance from turning combat into an unreadable screen. First aim for a stable image and clear telegraphs.
- Choose a dense area you know well.
- Play it with the same filter and the same main skill.
- Change only one family of graphics settings.
- Replay the area before changing another setting.
- Make the filter lighter if labels remain overwhelming.
On a limited setup, reduce expensive shadows, volumetrics and post-processing first. Keep a resolution that lets you read hazards. The official Steam page recommends 16 GB of memory, an SSD, and an RTX 2060, Arc A770 or RX 5600 XT.
PC, consoles and controller: mistakes to avoid
On PC, place the .filter file in the game's documents folder. Then select it in Options > Game > Item Filter. Reload it after every change.
On PS5 and Xbox Series, subscribe to a filter through the Path of Exile account linked to your platform. Then open the same in-game menu. Do not look for a local folder on console.
On controller, test the bindable action that shows or hides labels before a difficult map. Patch 0.1.1 added this action. Use it after combat rather than in the middle of danger. Reducing visible small items also improves selection near your character.
Follow the official filter documentation and the official patch notes to check for changes. The latest news also lets you find recent jeu.vidéo coverage.
An overly strict filter often slows progression more than it simplifies it. Changing one setting at a time helps identify the real cause: graphics options, label overload or controller selection. Also browse our articles and topics in the News section.
Frequently asked questions
Which strictness should you choose during the campaign?Use Regular or Semi-Strict. These levels keep currency, gems and potential upgrades visible.
Switch to Strict when you no longer compare common rares and bases.
Place it in the game's documents folder, then open Options > Game > Item Filter.
Subscribe through your linked Path of Exile account, sign in again, then select the filter in the Game tab.
The filter is probably too strict. Return to the previous level or add a targeted Show rule.
Keep the beam and distinct sound for rewards that justify stopping immediately.
Test the label display action and hide small items you never pick up.
Check the official documentation and Grinding Gear Games patch notes.
To keep following the topic, also see our article on Path of Exile 2 loot filter: visibility, smooth performance and, our article on Marvel Rivals: Cyclops, the guide to winning at mid-range.
Verified sources
These links allow you to verify the key information used in this article.
- pathofexile.com: Official filter documentation: confirms Show/Hide blocks, rule order, PoE2 conditions, and visual and sound actions.
- pathofexile.com: Official patch 0.1.1 notes, 2025-01-16: confirm console filter support through subscriptions, the link in the Game tab, and the bindable action to show or hide labels.
- pathofexile.com: Official The Third Edict 0.3.0 notes, 2025-08-21: confirm the addition of the import keyword for filters and several controller/console improvements.
- store.steampowered.com: Official Steam page: confirms Early Access status, PC platforms and the displayed minimum/recommended specifications.
Practical FAQ
This FAQ expands on the player questions covered above.
What is the quick answer on the Path of Exile 2 loot filter?
Start with the baseline given in this guide, then adjust one setting at a time after testing in real conditions.
Who is this Path of Exile 2 loot filter guide for?
It is for players who want a reliable foundation before adapting settings to their platform, controller or playstyle.
What should you check first?
Check official information, key settings, common mistakes and the practical steps already listed in the guide.
Do you need to copy every value exactly?
Use the values as a starting point. If an option gets in the way, change only that one and test again.
How do you know whether the setup works?
Run a short test session, compare control, readability and consistency, then keep the same setting for several matches.
Which mistake should you avoid?
Do not change too many settings at once. Otherwise, it becomes impossible to know what improves or worsens how the game feels.
