perplexica

Search a Perplexica instance and return synthesized answers with cited sources.

1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cutec-chris/PawLia --skill perplexica
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: perplexica
Source: https://github.com/cutec-chris/PawLia/tree/main/skills/perplexica
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cutec-chris/PawLia --skill perplexica

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Deliver current, synthesized web results by performing AI-powered searches through a Perplexica instance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Synthesize results with citations: Returns a concise answer paired with source URLs.
  • Flexible focus modes: Supports web, academic, YouTube, Reddit searches, and more.
  • Use Case: Research topics, monitor breaking news, or validate information with credible sources.

Quick Start

Run the search script with your query against your Perplexica instance to get a synthesized answer with cited sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about perplexica

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get AI-powered web search results with cited sources?

To get AI-powered web search results with cited sources, run the script with your query against a Perplexica instance. It returns a JSON object containing a synthesized answer and source URLs.

What's the best way to research current information using a Perplexica instance?

The best way to research current information is to execute the CLI with --query and --url parameters. The tool applies flexible focus modes like web, academic, YouTube, and Reddit searches.

Can I use focus modes for academic and Reddit searches?

Yes, you can use focus modes for academic and Reddit searches. The script accepts a --focus parameter to tailor information retrieval across web, academic, YouTube, and Reddit platforms.

How do I handle request failures during web search information retrieval?

To handle request failures during web search information retrieval, the script includes built-in error handling. You can also manage connection stability by adjusting the --timeout parameter.

Do I need specific dependencies to run the Perplexica search script?

You need the requests dependency installed to run the Perplexica search script. This library handles the HTTP requests required to query your Perplexica instance and return JSON results.