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Exploring How Comet Works (Perplexity’s AI Browser)
The Rundown In this guide you will learn the basics of Comet, Perplexity’s new AI browser.
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Perplexity (Comet)
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Jan 12, 2026
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The Rundown
In this guide you will learn the basics of Comet, Perplexity’s new AI browser. We go over what you can accomplish with a free vs. paid plan and run through a preview of 3-4 useful workflows.
Who This Is Useful For
- Researchers who want relevant citations
- Shoppers who want to find the best deal without manual effort
- Anyone who needs a virtual assistant that’s easy to use
What You Need to Get Started
- Perplexity’s Comet browser
- Free or Paid Perplexity subscription
Step 1 Setup
- Install the Comet desktop app here.
- Follow the onboarding instructions. Turn your volume...