Filters

Filters allow ItemMagnets to collect only specific items.

This allows multiple ItemMagnets to operate in the same area while collecting different resources.

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Why Use Filters?

Without filters:

ItemMagnet
→ Collects Everything

With filters:

ItemMagnet A
→ Cobblestone

ItemMagnet B
→ Iron

ItemMagnet C
→ Redstone

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Configuring Filters

Open the machine menu.

Select:

Filters

Add or remove items from the filter list as desired.

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Typical Uses

Mob Farms

Collect:

• Bones
• Arrows
• Rotten Flesh

Mining Operations

Collect:

• Cobblestone
• Stone
• Ores

Storage Sorting

Use multiple ItemMagnets with different filters to automatically route resources into separate storage systems.

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Troubleshooting

Item not being collected?

Verify:

• Item is included in the filter
• Item is within range
• Target container has available space

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Best Practices

Use filters whenever multiple ItemMagnets operate in the same area.

This creates cleaner and more predictable automation systems.

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Next Step

Continue with:

Pause and Resume