An AI-powered web search skill providing real-time information with verified citations via the Perplexity Sonar API.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install perplexity-search-api
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install perplexity-search-api using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Perplexity Search API?
The Perplexity Search API is a specialized tool developed for Openclaw Skills that bridges the gap between static LLM knowledge and the live web. It allows AI agents to perform high-speed searches and deep analysis using Perplexity's suite of models, including Sonar, Sonar Pro, and Reasoning Pro. By integrating this skill, developers can ensure their workflows have access to up-to-the-minute data without needing a separate Perplexity subscription.
This integration is essential for users of Openclaw Skills who require accuracy and transparency. Every response generated through this skill includes citations, allowing for easy verification of facts and figures. Whether you are building a research assistant or a real-time market monitor, this tool provides the necessary connectivity to the global information landscape.
Perplexity Search API Use Cases
- Searching for the latest technical documentation and software releases in 2026.
- Monitoring real-time stock prices and financial market movements for specific tickers.
- Conducting deep academic research and comparative studies with cited sources.
- Gathering current news updates on specific industries or global events.
- Fact-checking AI-generated content against live web data.
How Perplexity Search API Works
- The user issues a query requiring external or real-time information to the AI agent.
- The agent identifies the search intent and invokes the Perplexity Search API within the Openclaw Skills framework.
- The skill communicates with the SkillBoss gateway to access the Perplexity Sonar models.
- The API performs a live web crawl, synthesizes the results, and compiles a list of source citations.
- The structured response, including the summary and citations, is returned to the agent for further action.
Perplexity Search API Setup
To integrate this search capability into your Openclaw Skills environment, follow these steps:
- Register for an account at the SkillBoss console to obtain your API key.
- Configure your environment variable:
export SKILLBOSS_API_KEY="your_api_key_here"
- Run the automated installation script to configure the skill:
curl -fsSL https://skillboss.co/openclaw-setup.sh | bash
Perplexity Search API Data Schema & Taxonomy
The Perplexity Search API returns data in a structured format that facilitates easy parsing by AI agents within Openclaw Skills. The typical schema is organized as follows:
| Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
answer |
String | The primary AI-generated response based on search results. |
citations |
Array | A list of source URLs used to verify the information. |
model_used |
String | Indicates which model (e.g., Sonar Pro) handled the query. |
depth |
String | The level of search performed (Quick, Detailed, or Comprehensive). |
Perplexity Search API Advanced Features
- Access to Deep Research mode for complex queries requiring multi-step information gathering.
- Choice of multiple model tiers including Sonar, Sonar Pro, and Reasoning Pro to optimize for speed or depth.
- Native citation support to ensure all retrieved data is traceable to original sources.
- Unified API access that combines Perplexity search with other services in the Openclaw Skills ecosystem.
- Support for reasoning-heavy analysis for technical and scientific research tasks.
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