Step-by-step guide
How to use Perplexity
AI-powered search service that links answers to sources.
What is it?
AI-powered search service that links answers to sources. It can help with practical tasks, but its outputs still need review.
What can you use it for?
- Research a question with cited sources.
- Compare claims from several websites.
- Find starting points for deeper reading.
Getting started
- 1Open Perplexity and enter a specific research question.
- 2Read the response together with the linked sources.
- 3Open two original sources and check what they say.
- 4Refine the question or ask about conflicting evidence.
Try it now
A guided exercise you can complete in about five minutes.
Practical exercise
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Goal: You have completed a small practical task and improved the result.
Instructions
Tap a step to check it off as you go.
Ready-to-copy prompt
Research [topic]. Summarise verified facts, cite the original sources and flag uncertainties or missing evidence.
Tip to improve your result: Try changing one instruction and compare the two outcomes.
Progress is saved on this device without an account.
Example prompt
Copia il prompt, incollalo in Perplexity e sostituisci le parti tra parentesi quadre con i tuoi dati.
Useful first request
Research [topic]. Summarise verified facts, cite the original sources and flag uncertainties or missing evidence.
Improve a draft
Improve this draft for clarity while preserving my meaning: [paste text]. Explain the main changes.
Explain simply
Explain [topic] to a beginner in five short points and give one everyday example.
Plan a task
Create a practical checklist for [task], including time estimates and things to verify.
Compare alternatives
Compare three approaches to [goal]. List pros, cons and assumptions.
Review results
Check this result against my instructions: [instructions] and [result]. Identify what needs correction.
Tips
For better results
- Be specific about your goal, audience and desired format.
- Use follow-up questions to improve the first result.
- Check facts, costs and licensing on official sources.
Mistakes to avoid
- Giving unclear instructions with no context.
- Publishing an unverified result.
- Sharing passwords, private documents or sensitive data.
Limitations
- Outputs can be inaccurate or unsuitable; verify important information.
- Features, free usage and plans may change without notice.
- Do not upload confidential material without reviewing the service's privacy terms.
Always check results before using them and avoid sharing personal or confidential data.