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perplexity-search

Search the web via Perplexity models through LiteLLM and OpenRouter.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
Search Tags:#research#information retrieval#search#real-time#perplexity#web
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sagunkayastha/claude_skills_collection --skill perplexity-search-sagunkayastha
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: perplexity-search
Source: https://github.com/sagunkayastha/claude_skills_collection/tree/main/scientific-communication/perplexity-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sagunkayastha/claude_skills_collection --skill perplexity-search-sagunkayastha

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 real-time, AI-powered web search capabilities, allowing users to access current information beyond the model's knowledge cutoff and obtain grounded answers with source citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time Web Search: Access up-to-date information on any topic.
  • Grounded Answers: Get responses backed by web sources and citations.
  • Model Variety: Utilize different Perplexity models (Sonar, Sonar Pro, Sonar Pro Search) for varying needs.
  • Use Case: When researching the latest scientific breakthroughs, current market trends, or recent news events, this Skill fetches the most current information available on the web.

Quick Start

Use the perplexity-search skill to find the latest developments in quantum computing.

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 answers with source citations?▼

Real-time web search with source citations is achieved by querying Perplexity models via LiteLLM and OpenRouter. This Skill fetches up-to-date information beyond a model's knowledge cutoff and grounds responses with web sources.

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

Yes, an OpenRouter API key is required. The Skill routes requests through OpenRouter to access various Perplexity models, including Sonar Pro, Sonar Pro Search, and Sonar Reasoning Pro, using the LiteLLM library.

What is the best way to research current market trends using AI?▼

Researching current market trends is done by performing AI-powered web searches. This Skill retrieves the most current information available on the web, providing real-time, grounded answers with citations for recent news or breakthroughs.

How does LiteLLM integrate with OpenRouter to fetch web-grounded information?▼

LiteLLM integrates with OpenRouter by routing API calls to Perplexity's Sonar models. This mechanism allows the Skill to perform web searches and return answers that are grounded with direct source citations from the web.

Can I use different Perplexity models for specific information retrieval needs?▼

Yes, you can utilize different Perplexity models for varying information retrieval needs. The Skill supports Sonar Pro, Sonar Pro Search, and Sonar Reasoning Pro to perform real-time web searches via OpenRouter.

When should I use an AI web search instead of a standard language model response?▼

AI web search should be used when you need up-to-date information beyond a model's knowledge cutoff. It is ideal for researching the latest scientific breakthroughs, current market trends, or recent news events with source citations.

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