Controls (Exploration Notes)
Controls, Is a category in the Exploration Notes menu. They tell the basic controls of Pikmin 3, as well as what to do in some special events. Most of them feature images of characters who appear to be Olimar, Louie, The President, Alph, Brittany, andCharlie. There are 30 Data Files in this category.
Data Files
Moving
Move with Left Anolog.
Using the Whistle
Press B(ZR if Tablet) to blow the whistle and call Pikmin over. Hold B(ZR if tablet) longer to increase the whistle's range.
Throwing
Take aim and press A to throw.
Plucking #1
Press A to pluck nearby Pikmin sprouts. Press B(ZR if tablet) to cancel.
Plucking #2
Press A to throw your teamates and automatically pluck sprouts.
Looking Around
Press Z(ZL If tablet) to move camera behind you.
Locking On
Point at the object you want to examine and hold Z(ZL if tablet) to lock on.
Dismissing Squad
Dismiss your squad with "Shaking nunchuck"(B if tablet), and the Pikmin will sort themselves into different color groups.
Charging
While locked on, attack with "Shaking nunchuck"(B if tablet)!
Selecting Pikmin Type
Select the Pikmin or person you want to throw using C(L if tablet).
Switching Leaders
Press -(Y if tablet) to switch leaders.
Throwing Leaders
Throw teammates to places that can't be reached on foot.
Using Ultra-Spicy Spray
Press Up to use an Ultra-Spicy Spray and invigorate the Pikmin in your squad.
Using Ultra-Spicy Nectar
Explorers automatically collect Ultra-Spicy Nectar when they find it.
Using the Dodge Whistle
Press Left or Right to make your Pikmin roll in that direction.
Using the Radar #1
Slide to scroll through your map and check your surroundings.
Using the Radar #2
Touch compass to toggle the radars orientation.
Using the Radar #3
Review the replay to fine-tune your strategy.
Fruit Finder
Display the location of fruit, even in areas you haven't explored.
Go Here!
On the KopPad's radar, align "Pointer" with your destination and touch Go here to start moving!
Using the Camera
Press B(ZR if tablet) to snap a photo. Zoom with Left analog. Press Z(ZL if tablet) to toggle flash.
Scorch Guard
Protects you from fire.
Anti-Electrifier
Prevents you from getting zapped.
Metal Suit Z
Increase the durability of your space suit.
Dividing Labor #1
Split into 2 squads to manage your workload more effectively!
Dividing Labor #2
Split into 3 squads to manage your workload even more efficiently!
Escaping
Shake Left analog repeatedly to escape.
Rescuing from bubbles
Knock into Pikmin to free them from bubbles!
Rescue Olimar #1
Command the Pikmin carrying Captain Olimar!
Rescue Olimar #2
The order of responsibility for commanding Pikmin is: Brittany, Charlie, Alph.