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The '''Ping Tool''' is a communications mechanism introduced in [[Portal 2]]. The Ping Tool is only available in [[Co-op]] mode, and is used by players in order to identify specific locations within Test Chambers, as well as synchronize activities through the use of an on-screen timer. In the Edit Keys dialog, the Ping Tool is called the Communications Menu.<br />
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The Ping Tool possesses two primary functions; the "Look" Ping and the "Timer" Ping.<br />
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== Look Ping ==<br />
[[File:Look Ping.png|right|225px|thumb|The "Look" Ping icon in ''Portal 2''.]]<br />
When invoked, the '''Look Ping''' (default key "F") displays an icon that appears on the screen of both the initiator and their Co-op partner, for the purpose of pinging, or targeting, a specific location within a map. Pings can be used for a variety of purposes, the most common of which is identifying one or more locations upon which a player's Co-op partner should place [[Portals]]. This helps players to effectively co-ordinate their Portal placements in order to solve obstacles, and is often essential when voice communication is unavailable.<br />
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== Timer Ping ==<br />
[[File:Timer Ping.png|right|225px|thumb|The "Timer" Ping icon in ''Portal 2''.]]<br />
When invoked, the '''Timer Ping''' (default key "F") displays an icon that appears on the screen of both the initiator and their Co-op partner, for the purpose of synchronizing a specific action. The Timer can be used for a variety of purposes, the most common of which is allowing Co-op partners to synchronize the creation of [[Portals]], the activation of a switch or button, or most commonly the activation of [[Circuit Breaker]]s. Because some game mechanics require a high degree of synchronisation in order to function, the Timer can be essential to successfully completing a Test Chamber.<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[Circuit Breaker]]<br />
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