Quick summary
Perplexity lets users choose their preferred AI model — such as OpenAI's advanced model — directly from the search interface, giving you control over the intelligence powering each query. Selecting the right AI model in Perplexity helps tailor results to your research needs, whether you prioritize speed, depth, or reasoning ability.
Steps
- Access your workspace by navigating to your personalized Perplexity space where all your research is organized.
- Click the New Query button to start a new research query with AI-powered assistance.
- Locate the Model dropdown or selector near the input box.
- Open the model selector and choose your preferred AI model from the available options.
- Select the specific AI model you want to use for your search, such as OpenAI's advanced model.
- Click the arrow icon to submit your query and see results generated by your chosen model.
