Introducing Perplexity Labs

Perplexity Labs is a way to bring your projects to life faster than ever before. Available today for Pro subscribers.

We built Perplexity Search for people who want answers. Later, we launched Deep Research, for users who want deeper, richer analysis. Today we are launching Perplexity Labs. 

Using Perplexity is like having a dedicated answer machine available to you 24/7. Using Labs is like having a team. A Perplexity Lab is for anyone who wants to bring an entire idea to life. 

Labs can craft everything from reports and spreadsheets to dashboards and simple web apps — all backed by extensive research and analysis. Often performing 10 minutes or more of self-supervised work, Perplexity Labs use a suite of tools like deep web browsing, code execution, and chart and image creation to turn your ideas and to-do’s into work that’s been done.

Labs can accomplish in 10 minutes what would previously have taken days of work, tedious research, and coordination of many different skills. Most importantly, the magic behind Labs is what Perplexity is best known for — accurate answers that help you make better decisions. 

Since launching the world’s first answer engine two and half years ago, millions of people turn to Perplexity every day for a more accessible way to fuel their curiosity. Labs allow you to convert your curiosity into action. 

Starting today, Pro subscribers can start working with Labs from the mode selector in the input bar on Web, iOS, Android (coming soon to Mac and Windows apps).

What’s the easiest way to get started?  We are constantly updating examples on our Projects Gallery.  Or, you can pick one thing on your to-do list and try it out. 

How It Works

Perplexity Labs can help you complete a variety of work and personal projects. From creating a marketing campaign, to analyzing your business finances, to meal planning for the week, Labs is where you turn your best ideas into reality.

Code Generation

Labs writes and executes code to handle tasks like structuring data, applying formulas, and creating charts, text documents, or spreadsheets.

Assets Tab

All files created during your workflow — from generated charts and images, to CSV and code files — are organized in the “Assets” tab. From there, you can easily view and download everything you need.

Mini Apps

Labs can develop and deploy simple interactive web apps directly within an “App” tab in your project. This enables the creation of basic dashboards, slideshows, and websites without external development tools.

What can you do with Labs?

Examples

When to use a Lab vs. Deep Research

While Deep Research remains the fastest way to obtain comprehensive answers to in-depth questions— typically within 3 or 4 minutes — Labs is designed to invest more time (10  minutes or longer) and leverage additional tools, such as advanced file generation and mini-app creation. This expanded capability empowers you to develop a broader array of deliverables for your projects.

Moving forward, we’re streamlining the name “Deep Research” to “Research,” reflecting its central role between Perplexity’s Search and Lab modes.

Try Labs now by going to perplexity.com and selecting “Labs” mode in the search box.

Source: https://www.perplexity.ai/