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perplexity

Return web-grounded search results with source citations via the Perplexity API.

76|18|Updated Dec 12, 2025
Search Tags:#api#search#citations#perplexity#web
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vm0-ai/vm0-skills --skill perplexity-vm0-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: perplexity
Source: https://github.com/vm0-ai/vm0-skills/tree/main/perplexity
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vm0-ai/vm0-skills --skill perplexity-vm0-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides AI-powered search that returns real-time web-backed answers with source citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web-grounded answers: Retrieve information with citations.
  • Multi-source synthesis: Combine sources for summaries.
  • Academic & market research: Useful for SEC filings, reports, and quick briefs.

Quick Start

Ask a question and get web-grounded results with citations using the Perplexity API.

Frequently Asked Questions about perplexity

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get web-grounded search results with source citations?▼

Web-grounded search retrieves real-time answers from the internet and includes source citations for each result. Use the Perplexity API to submit queries and receive synthesized responses with verifiable references to original sources.

Can I use API-based search for academic and regulatory research?▼

Yes. API-based search with citations works for academic papers, SEC filings, regulatory documents, and market research. The API supports domain and time filtering to narrow results to relevant sources and timeframes.

How do I combine multiple sources into a single answer?▼

Multi-source synthesis aggregates information from several web results and presents it as a cohesive answer with individual citations. Submit your query through the API and receive a unified response that draws from and cites multiple sources.

What's the difference between web search with citations and standard search results?▼

Web search with citations returns AI-synthesized answers backed by real-time web data and explicit source attribution. Standard search typically lists links; cited search provides verified answers with traceable provenance for each claim.

Does the API support structured outputs for chat applications?▼

Yes. The Perplexity API supports structured outputs for chat completions, allowing integration into conversational interfaces. It also handles raw search queries for flexible, programmatic access to web-grounded results.

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