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Perform web searches based on queries and desired detail levels using Perplexity AI. Retrieve general knowledge, find information, or explore perspectives with customizable results.

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Performs a web search using Perplexity AI based on the provided query and desired detail level. Useful for general knowledge questions, finding information, or getting different perspectives.

Input Schema

Name	Required	Description
`detail_level`	No	Optional: Controls the level of detail in the response (default: normal).
`query`	Yes	The search query or question to ask Perplexity.
`stream`	No	Optional: Enable streaming response for large documentation queries (default: false).

Input Schema (JSON Schema)

{
  "properties": {
    "detail_level": {
      "description": "Optional: Controls the level of detail in the response (default: normal).",
      "enum": [
        "brief",
        "normal",
        "detailed"
      ],
      "examples": [
        "brief",
        "detailed"
      ],
      "type": "string"
    },
    "query": {
      "description": "The search query or question to ask Perplexity.",
      "examples": [
        "What is the capital of France?",
        "Explain black holes"
      ],
      "type": "string"
    },
    "stream": {
      "description": "Optional: Enable streaming response for large documentation queries (default: false).",
      "examples": [
        true,
        false
      ],
      "type": "boolean"
    }
  },
  "required": [
    "query"
  ],
  "type": "object"
}

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