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Use Perplexity API for web-grounded AI search and research.
Passed 11 of 16 test cases with the skill, and 6 of 16 without it.
and 4 more in the full report
7 fixed9 passed either way8 still failing0 broke
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One of 7 test cases the skill fixed. Same model, same prompt, with and without the skill.
Which model serves as the default search model for quick factual queries?
| Checked | Without skill | With skill |
|---|---|---|
| Specifies model sonar | Missed | Passed |
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This skill provides access to the Perplexity API for web-grounded AI search and research. It combines the power of large language models with real-time web search, providing accurate, up-to-date answers with source citations.
Use Perplexity when:
Use built-in web search when:
Choose the right model based on task complexity:
Use for simple, factual queries where speed matters.
sonar - Default search model with web access. Best for most queries.sonar-pro - Advanced search with deeper understanding.Use for complex, multi-step tasks requiring logical thinking.
sonar-reasoning - Complex reasoning with web search.sonar-reasoning-pro - Advanced reasoning with deeper content understanding.Use for comprehensive, in-depth research across multiple sources.
test cases passed, vs 6 / 16 without
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