perplexity-search

Search literature and knowledge sources with cited, grounded answers.

94|11|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill perplexity-search-swaruplab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: perplexity-search
Source: https://github.com/swaruplab/operon/tree/main/src-tauri/protocols/perplexity-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill perplexity-search-swaruplab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Real-time, web-grounded AI search of literature and knowledge sources is needed to obtain timely, cited information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time web search with source citations
  • Access to multiple Perplexity models via OpenRouter
  • Single API key setup with guided troubleshooting
  • Grounded answers suitable for literature reviews, technical documentation, and clinical inquiries

Quick Start

Run a query like 'What are the latest CAR-T trial results in 2024?' to receive a grounded answer with citations.

Frequently Asked Questions about perplexity-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get grounded answers with web search citations for a literature review?▼

You can perform a real-time web search to receive grounded answers with source citations and usage metrics. This provides up-to-date, cited information suitable for literature reviews and technical documentation.

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

Yes, you need an OpenRouter API key and LiteLLM installed to access multiple Perplexity models. This single API key setup enables real-time web-grounded AI searches across knowledge sources.

What's the best way to find up-to-date clinical trial results using AI?▼

Using a web-grounded AI search is the best way to find up-to-date clinical trial results. Querying real-time knowledge sources returns grounded answers with citations, specifically suited for clinicians seeking current information.

Can I use LiteLLM to run real-time web searches across technical documentation?▼

Yes, you can use LiteLLM with an OpenRouter API key to run real-time web searches across technical documentation. This setup retrieves grounded AI answers with citations for developers seeking up-to-date information.

Are there limitations when using Perplexity models via OpenRouter for fact-finding?▼

The main constraint is the requirement of LiteLLM installation and a valid OpenRouter API key. Without these dependencies configured, the web-grounded AI search for general fact-finding cannot execute or return citations.