Tools and infrastructure
Analysis Visor Scanning
The Analysis Visor identifies visible plants, minerals, and other surface targets, letting you gather a named resource instead…
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Analysis Visor Scanning
Planetary surfaces while scanning flora, minerals, and fauna with the Multi-Tool.
Before you go
- Multi-Tool with the Analysis Visor installed.
- A charged scanner and functioning Multi-Tool.
- Inventory room for the resource you plan to collect.
- Mining Beam or Terrain Manipulator for targets that require mining.
Farming steps
- Equip the Multi-Tool that has the Analysis Visor installed.
- On a planet, activate the visor and point it at nearby flora, mineral formations, or fauna.
- Read the target name and resource label before choosing what to collect.
- Use the marker to approach the target, then interact or mine with the appropriate tool.
- Check the inventory to confirm the item was collected and the stack is available.
- Repeat the scan-and-harvest process for the remaining required materials.
- Use the visor’s discovery interface to upload discoveries when you want to record them.
- Scan before mining so you know whether a target supplies the material you need.
- Use Survey Device mode rather than ordinary visor scans when searching for deep hotspots.
Repeat, collect and use
Scanning is repeatable anywhere on a planet. Each scan can identify new nearby targets, while collecting the resource depletes or removes the individual target as applicable.
Common mistakes
- Confusing a visible resource scan with a deep hotspot survey leads to the wrong route; install and select the Survey Device for hotspots.
- Mining before reading a label can yield the wrong item; verify the displayed resource first.
- Assuming a scan automatically collects an item is a mistake; approach and harvest the marked target.
When to stop or switch
Stop when the needed material is collected or the next target is too far from your route; resume scanning at the next landing or when a specific resource is needed.
Sources & fact checks
What you can get here
Open a guide to find other locations and see what the item is used for.