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perplexity-3
Use Perplexity API for web-grounded AI search and research. Use when user needs up-to-date information, multi-step reasoning with web citations, exhaustive research with source references, factual queries with current events, or competitive analysis. Default when user mentions Perplexity, needs current information, or requires source citations.
Why this skill is useful
Adds specific commands and configurations for using the Perplexity API that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
Requires perplexity account access. About 3k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-03-07. 639 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Perplexity AI Search Overview This skill provides access to the Perplexity API for web-grounded AI search and research. It combines the power of large language models with real-time web search, providing accurate, up-to-date answers with source citations. When to Use Perplexity vs. Built-in Search Use Perplexity when: You need current information (news, prices, events, recent developments) The user asks for source citations or references Complex multi-step reasoning is required The user specifically mentions Perplexity or wants research-style answers You need exhaustive analysis across multiple sources Use built-in web search when: Simple factual queries Quick information lookup The user doesn't need AI-generated synthesis Basic URL or content retrieval is sufficient Model Selection Guide Choose the right model based on task complexity: 🔍 Search Models (Quick Facts) Use for simple, factual queries where speed matters. sonar - Default search model with web access. Best for most queries. sonar-pro - Advanced search with deeper understanding. 🧠 Reasoning Models (Complex Analysis) Use for complex, multi-step tasks requiring logical thinking. sonar-reasoning - Complex reasoning with web search. sonar-reasoning-pro - Advanced reasoning with deeper content understanding. 📚 Research Models (Exhaustive Analysis) Use for comprehensive, in-depth research across multiple sources. sonar-research - Comprehensive research with in-depth analysis. sonar-research-pro - Advanced research with exhaustive analysis and detailed reports. Quick Start Basic Search Advanced Research Search Context Size Control how much web information is retrieved: low - Faster, fewer sources. Good for simple queries. medium (default) - Balanced. Good for most use cases. high - Most comprehensive. Best for research and detailed analysis. Pro Search Mode Available for sonar-pro and reasoning models. Controls multi-step tool usage: fast (default) - Standard single-step search. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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