perplexity-search

Name: perplexity-search
Availability: InStock
Author: robinbarvaag

Search the web via Perplexity models through LiteLLM and OpenRouter.

Updated Jan 10, 2026

Search Tags:#research #web search #search #citations #perplexity #real-time information

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill perplexity-search-robinbarvaag

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: perplexity-search
Source: https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt/tree/main/.github/skills/perplexity-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill perplexity-search-robinbarvaag

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires litellm, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides AI-powered web searches for real-time information, overcoming model knowledge cutoffs and delivering grounded answers with source citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Real-time Web Search: Access current information beyond training data cutoffs.
Multiple Perplexity Models: Utilize various Perplexity models (Sonar Pro, Sonar Pro Search, etc.) via OpenRouter.
Grounded Answers: Get answers with verifiable source citations.
Use Case: Quickly find the latest scientific publications on a topic, get up-to-date market trends, or verify facts with current web data.

Quick Start

Use the perplexity-search skill to find the latest developments in CRISPR gene editing.

Frequently Asked Questions about perplexity-search

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I get real-time web search results with source citations?▼

To get real-time web search results with source citations, use this Skill to access Perplexity models via OpenRouter. It overcomes model knowledge cutoffs by performing AI-powered web searches and returning grounded answers with verifiable sources.

Do I need an OpenRouter API key to use Perplexity models for web search?▼

Yes, you need a single OpenRouter API key to use Perplexity models for web search. This Skill routes requests through LiteLLM and OpenRouter, requiring only this one key to access models like Sonar Pro and Sonar Reasoning Pro.

What is the best way to find current information beyond an AI model's training data cutoff?▼

The best way to find current information beyond a model's training data cutoff is using an AI-powered web search. This Skill queries Perplexity models to fetch real-time data, delivering up-to-date market trends or scientific publications with citations.

Which Perplexity models can I use for AI-powered web search through LiteLLM?▼

You can use various Perplexity models for AI-powered web search through LiteLLM, including Sonar Pro, Sonar Pro Search, and Sonar Reasoning Pro. These models provide grounded answers and verifiable source citations for real-time information.

Can I verify facts with current web data using Perplexity Sonar Pro?▼

Yes, you can verify facts with current web data using Perplexity Sonar Pro. This Skill leverages Sonar Pro and other models via OpenRouter to perform real-time web searches, ensuring answers are grounded in verifiable source citations.