Chat Options in Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2 offers a flexible chat system that allows players to filter messages and focus on their gameplay. Here’s a detailed guide on the chat options and their customization:
How to Hide the Chat Entirely
To hide the chat interface completely so it doesn’t distract you during gameplay:
- Open the Character Menu.
- Locate the Toggle Chat option in the bottom left corner of the screen.
- Select Start a Chat along the bottom of the chat menu.
- Click on the Toggle Chat Groups button near the middle bottom of the screen.
- Deactivate all chat channels by selecting each one (orange channels will turn gray).
This will ensure that no chat messages appear while playing. However, all incoming messages will be saved, so you can review them later if needed.
Filtering Chat Messages
If you want to filter messages instead of completely hiding the chat:
- Follow the steps to open the Chat Menu.
- Choose the chat channels you want to see by ensuring their titles remain orange (active).
- The available chat channels include:
- Global Chat: Messages from all players worldwide.
- Guild Chat: Messages from members of your guild.
- Party Chat: Communication within your party.
- Trade Chat: Messages related to item trading.
- Whispers: Private messages sent directly to you.
By toggling these options, you can focus only on the conversations that matter most, such as whispers or guild messages.
Best Practices for Chat Management
- During Intense Combat: Hide all chat channels to reduce distractions.
- When Trading: Enable Trade Chat to monitor item listings and offers.
- While Socializing: Activate Guild and Party Chat to stay connected with friends or party members.
- Review Later: Hidden messages can be accessed from the character menu, so you don’t miss important whispers or trade offers.
By mastering these chat options, you can strike the perfect balance between communication and gameplay focus in Path of Exile 2.