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 title: Perplexity
-description: Access Perplexity's Sonar AI models with built-in web search, real-time data access, and source citations for research-focused tasks.
+description: Configure Perplexity's Sonar models with integrated web search for research tasks.
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-Perplexity provides AI models with integrated search capabilities, allowing models to access real-time information and provide more accurate, up-to-date responses based on current web data.
+**Website:** [https://www.perplexity.ai/](https://www.perplexity.ai/)
 
-## Overview
+## Getting an API Key
 
-Perplexity combines advanced language models with web search functionality, enabling AI to provide responses based on the latest available information. Their Sonar models are specifically designed for research, analysis, and knowledge-intensive tasks.
+1. Go to [Perplexity AI](https://www.perplexity.ai/) and sign in
+2. Navigate to Settings > API
+3. Create a new API key
+4. Copy the key immediately
 
-<CardGroup cols={3}>
-  <Card title="Real-time Search" icon="search">
-    Access current web information and data
-  </Card>
-  <Card title="Research Focused" icon="book-open">
-    Specialized for analysis and research tasks
-  </Card>
-  <Card title="Citation Support" icon="link">
-    Sources and references for information
-  </Card>
-</CardGroup>
+## Configuration
 
-## Available Models
+1. Click the settings icon (⚙️) in CodinIT
+2. Select "Perplexity" as the API Provider
+3. Paste your API key
+4. Choose your model
 
-<AccordionGroup>
-  <Accordion title="Sonar Series" icon="radar">
-    ### Sonar Base Models
-    Standard models with integrated search capabilities.
+## Supported Models
 
-    - **Sonar**: Basic model with web search integration
-    - **Sonar Pro**: Enhanced model with advanced search features
-    - **Best for**: General research, current events, fact-checking
+- `sonar` - Basic model with web search
+- `sonar-pro` - Enhanced search features
+- `sonar-reasoning` - Advanced reasoning with search
+- `sonar-reasoning-pro` - Professional-grade reasoning
 
-  </Accordion>
+## Features
 
-  <Accordion title="Sonar Reasoning" icon="brain">
-    ### Sonar Reasoning Models
-    Advanced models with enhanced reasoning and analysis capabilities.
+- **Web search:** Integrated real-time web search
+- **Source citations:** References for all information
+- **Real-time data:** Access to current information
+- **Research focused:** Optimized for research tasks
 
-    - **Sonar Reasoning**: Advanced reasoning with search integration
-    - **Sonar Reasoning Pro**: Professional-grade reasoning and research
-    - **Best for**: Complex analysis, academic research, technical problems
+## Notes
 
-  </Accordion>
-</AccordionGroup>
-
-## Setup Instructions
-
-<Steps>
-  <Step title="Create Account">Visit [Perplexity AI](https://www.perplexity.ai/) and create an account</Step>
-  <Step title="Access API Settings">Navigate to Settings > API in your Perplexity account</Step>
-  <Step title="Generate API Key">Create a new API key for model access</Step>
-  <Step title="Configure in Codinit">Add your Perplexity API key to the provider settings</Step>
-  <Step title="Test Search Integration">Try queries that require current information to test search capabilities</Step>
-</Steps>
-
-## Key Features
-
-<BadgeGroup>
-  <Badge variant="secondary">Web Search</Badge>
-  <Badge variant="secondary">Real-time Data</Badge>
-  <Badge variant="secondary">Source Citations</Badge>
-  <Badge variant="secondary">Research Focused</Badge>
-  <Badge variant="secondary">Fact Checking</Badge>
-</BadgeGroup>
-
-### Platform Advantages
-
-- **Integrated Search**: Models can access current web information automatically
-- **Source Transparency**: Citations and references for all information provided
-- **Real-time Updates**: Access to the latest news, data, and developments
-- **Research Enhancement**: Better performance on research and analytical tasks
-- **Fact Verification**: Cross-referencing information for accuracy
-
-## Use Cases
-
-<AccordionGroup>
-  <Accordion title="Research & Analysis" icon="search">
-    ### Academic Research
-    Perfect for research tasks requiring current and accurate information.
-
-    - Academic research and literature review
-    - Current events analysis
-    - Market research and trends
-    - Scientific paper analysis
-    - Competitive intelligence
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Business Intelligence" icon="building">
-    ### Business Applications
-    Excellent for business research and decision-making.
-
-    - Market analysis and reporting
-    - Industry trend monitoring
-    - Competitive analysis
-    - Business intelligence gathering
-    - Strategic planning support
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Current Events" icon="newspaper">
-    ### News & Information
-    Ideal for staying updated with current events and information.
-
-    - News analysis and summarization
-    - Breaking news monitoring
-    - Event impact assessment
-    - Real-time information queries
-    - Fact-checking and verification
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Technical Research" icon="code">
-    ### Technical Analysis
-    Suitable for technical research and problem-solving.
-
-    - Technical documentation research
-    - API and tool research
-    - Technology trend analysis
-    - Development resource discovery
-    - Technical problem-solving
-
-  </Accordion>
-</AccordionGroup>
-
-## Pricing Information
-
-Perplexity offers straightforward pricing based on usage:
-
-<TokenPricing>
-  <TokenPricingItem model="Sonar" input="$0.005" output="$0.005" />
-  <TokenPricingItem model="Sonar Pro" input="$0.005" output="$0.005" />
-  <TokenPricingItem model="Sonar Reasoning" input="$0.005" output="$0.005" />
-  <TokenPricingItem model="Sonar Reasoning Pro" input="$0.005" output="$0.005" />
-</TokenPricing>
-
-<Callout type="info">
-  **Search Costs**: Web search functionality is included in the token pricing. No additional search fees.
-</Callout>
-
-<Callout type="tip">
-  **Model Selection**: Use Sonar Pro for most applications. Choose Sonar Reasoning models for complex analytical tasks.
-</Callout>
-
-<Callout type="warning">
-  **Rate Limits**: Perplexity implements rate limits based on your account tier. Monitor usage to avoid interruptions.
-</Callout>
-
-## Search Integration
-
-<AccordionGroup>
-  <Accordion title="How Search Works" icon="cog">
-    ### Search Mechanism
-    Understanding how Perplexity integrates search with AI responses.
-
-    - **Automatic Search**: Models search the web when needed for current information
-    - **Source Selection**: Chooses reliable sources and recent information
-    - **Citation System**: Provides links and references for all information
-    - **Fact Verification**: Cross-references information for accuracy
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Search Capabilities" icon="globe">
-    ### Search Features
-    Advanced search capabilities built into the models.
-
-    - **Real-time Data**: Access to current news, prices, and statistics
-    - **Comprehensive Coverage**: Searches across multiple reliable sources
-    - **Quality Filtering**: Prioritizes high-quality, authoritative sources
-    - **Freshness Priority**: Emphasizes recent and up-to-date information
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Citation System" icon="file-text">
-    ### Source Transparency
-    How Perplexity provides transparency in its responses.
-
-    - **Source Links**: Direct links to original sources
-    - **Citation Markers**: Clear indicators of cited information
-    - **Source Quality**: Indicators of source reliability and recency
-    - **Verification**: Cross-referenced information for accuracy
-
-  </Accordion>
-</AccordionGroup>
-
-## Best Practices
-
-<AccordionGroup>
-  <Accordion title="Effective Queries" icon="target">
-    ### Query Optimization
-    Tips for getting the best results from Perplexity models.
-
-    - **Be Specific**: Clear, specific questions get better results
-    - **Include Context**: Provide background information when relevant
-    - **Specify Timeframes**: Mention if you need current vs. historical information
-    - **Request Citations**: Ask for sources when accuracy is critical
-
-  </Accordion>
-
-  <Accordion title="Research Workflows" icon="workflow">
-    ### Research Strategies
-    Effective ways to use Perplexity for research tasks.
-
-    - **Iterative Refinement**: Start broad, then narrow down queries
-    - **Cross-Verification**: Use multiple queries to verify information
-    - **Source Evaluation**: Check the quality and recency of sources
-    - **Follow-up Questions**: Ask for clarification or additional details
-
-  </Accordion>
-</AccordionGroup>
+- **Pricing:** Search functionality included in token pricing
+- **Use cases:** Research, fact-checking, current events