Quick summary
Perplexity Focus Modes let you narrow AI-powered search results to specific source types, so your answers are more relevant and targeted. By selecting the right focus mode before submitting a query, you control which sources Perplexity draws from — making research faster and more precise.
Steps
- Open Perplexity AI and begin a new search or thread.
- In the search interface, locate and click the Focus button to open a menu of available focus modes.
- Choose the focus mode that best fits your research needs.
- Try asking about trending topics by entering a query such as "What are the latest trends today on TikTok".
- Click the arrow icon to submit your query and proceed.
- After selecting your focus mode, enter your question or prompt — Perplexity will tailor its response using sources relevant to that focus.
