Perplexity FAQs

Question 1

What is the Perplexity AI API Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a simple server that allows you to easily integrate Perplexity AI's web search capabilities into your applications using the `perplexity_search` tool.

Question 2

Why is there a Windows batch file?

Accepted Answer

The batch file simplifies running the server on Windows and avoids potential environment variable issues. It's the recommended method for Windows users.

Question 3

What are the prerequisites for installation?

Accepted Answer

You need Node.js 18+, Git, and a Perplexity AI API key to get started. Detailed instructions are provided for Windows setup.

Question 4

What do I do if I encounter errors on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Ensure you're running Command Prompt/PowerShell as Administrator, the `.env` file is in the root directory without spaces around the '=', and that Node.js and npm are properly installed. See the Windows Setup Guide for detailed troubleshooting.

Question 5

How do I use the `perplexity_search` tool?

Accepted Answer

The server provides a single tool `perplexity_search` which accepts a 'query' argument. Send a JSON request with your search query to the server.

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