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[[File:PB Detector Screenshot.jpg|thumb|The [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Detector|detector menu]], accessed via the map.]] | [[File:PB Detector Screenshot.jpg|thumb|The [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Detector|detector menu]], accessed via the map.]] | ||
The '''detector''' is a tool in {{pb}} that finds [[expeditions]]. Using it will reveal between 2 and 5 nearby items, which can then be collected on expeditions straight away. The number of items found is random. | The '''detector''' is a tool in {{pb}} that finds [[expeditions]]. It is unlocked at [[level]] 7. Using it will reveal between 2 and 5 nearby items, which can then be collected on expeditions straight away. The number of items found is random. | ||
To use the detector, the player must open its menu by pressing its button on the [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Map|map screen]]. The "Use" button will instantly reveal nearby items. The detector can be used once per day, and recharges at midnight. The player can also recharge the detector at any time by spending 100 [[coin]]s. In addition to finding expeditions, the detector can show the player what types of [[Decor Pikmin]] can be found nearby. Up to 9 Decor Pikmin icons will be shown. | To use the detector, the player must open its menu by pressing its button on the [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Map|map screen]]. The "Use" button will instantly reveal nearby items. The detector can be used once per day, and recharges at midnight. The player can also recharge the detector at any time by spending 100 [[coin]]s. In addition to finding expeditions, the detector can show the player what types of [[Decor Pikmin]] can be found nearby. Up to 9 Decor Pikmin icons will be shown. | ||
Before {{date|30|November|2021}}, if no specific Decor type locations were within range, a {{icon|Mini-mart|l=}} Mini-mart icon would be shown. Since this date, the {{icon|Roadside|l=}} Roadside icon shows if no other Decor types are within range. | |||
==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
Revision as of 18:10, December 1, 2021
The detector is a tool in Pikmin Bloom that finds expeditions. It is unlocked at level 7. Using it will reveal between 2 and 5 nearby items, which can then be collected on expeditions straight away. The number of items found is random.
To use the detector, the player must open its menu by pressing its button on the map screen. The "Use" button will instantly reveal nearby items. The detector can be used once per day, and recharges at midnight. The player can also recharge the detector at any time by spending 100 coins. In addition to finding expeditions, the detector can show the player what types of Decor Pikmin can be found nearby. Up to 9 Decor Pikmin icons will be shown.
Before November 30th, 2021, if no specific Decor type locations were within range, a 
Mini-mart icon would be shown. Since this date, the 
Roadside icon shows if no other Decor types are within range.
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Portuguese (NoA) |
Radar | Radar |
See also
| Pikmin Bloom articles | |
|---|---|
| Pikmin | Decor Pikmin • Friendship • Maturity • Seedling • Squad |
| Items | Badge • Coin • Fruit • Nectar • Petal • Postcard |
| Activities | Expedition • Flower planting • Weekly challenge |
| Places | Big Flower • Mushroom • Special Spot |
| Game mechanics | Detector • Event • Friend • Level • Lifelog • Mii • Planter Pack |
| Miscellaneous | Shop • Soundtrack • User interface • Loading screen • Version history |