# Perplexity

> Search the web with AI-powered answers via Perplexity API. Returns grounded responses with citations. Supports batch queries.

- Skill: `dvcrn/perplexity-5` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add dvcrn/perplexity-5`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/dvcrn/perplexity-5/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Integrations & APIs
- Author: dvcrn (https://skillmd.com/u/dvcrn)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/dvcrn/perplexity-5

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# Perplexity Search

AI-powered web search that returns grounded answers with citations.

## Search

Single query:
```bash
node {baseDir}/scripts/search.mjs "what's happening in AI today"
```

Multiple queries (batch):
```bash
node {baseDir}/scripts/search.mjs "What is Perplexity?" "Latest AI news" "Best coffee in NYC"
```

## Options

- `--json`: Output raw JSON response

## Notes

- Requires `OPENROUTER_API_KEY` environment variable
- Responses include citations when available
- Batch queries are processed in a single API call