Pressure Plates

Pressure Plates are activation mechanisms that trigger wired mechanisms when stepped on. A Pressure Plate's color determines which characters can trigger it.

Plates can be purchased from a Mechanic or taken from a natural source, since they are randomly generated on the map during world creation as the trigger for traps. The plate sits partially hidden on top of blocks, so they may be difficult to spot. The color of naturally spawned Pressure Plates is dependent on the color of block it is generated on top of. They should be approached with caution as each one is connected to a trap mechanism.

Lihzahrd also houses its own type of Pressure Plates for its traps, which appear in a distinct color of brown to blend in with Lihzahrd Bricks.

Tips

 * Pressure Plates allow you to see laid wires when held, which can help you to avoid traps.
 * Pressure Plates that can be can be triggered by non-players can also be triggered by Boulders. This can be used as a delay, or to trigger a row of traps as it rolls down a hallway.
 * Pressure Plates can also be used for opening and closing doors without having to click on them, although be careful that they are not unintentionally triggered by NPCs or enemies.