How To Install Perplexity Desktop App on Windows, Mac and Linux

In a world where artificial intelligence dominates, Perplexity AI is a remarkable AI-powered search engine. By combining search capabilities with generative AI, Perplexity AI provides comprehensive search results without the need to browse multiple pages.

This guide will walk you through various methods to download and use the Perplexity desktop app and Perplexity Windows app on a Windows PC, ensuring a seamless and efficient search experience.

Here are the download options for Perplexity AI.

1. Perplexity Progressive Web App (PWA)

The simplest method to access Perplexity AI is through the Progressive Web App (PWA) which operates directly within your browser. 

The platform supports Windows, Mac, and Linux as it is a Progressive Web App (PWA), which functions as a browser-based application.

Follow These Steps To Get the PWA on Your Windows PC

• Open a Chromium-based Chrome, Brave, Edge, or Opera browser.
• Visit the Perplexity website.
• Look for the 'Install' icon in the browser's address bar (usually represented by a laptop and a downward arrow). Refer the image below.
• Click on the 'Install' icon and follow the prompts to install the PWA. You can also create desktop shortcuts for easier access.

In case you don't see the Install icon in the browser's address bar. 

Add a Shortcut To a Website as an App

1. Open Chrome any Chromium-based browser.
2. Visit the Perplexity website.
3. At the top right, click More ⋮.
4. Click More Tools.
5. Click Create shortcut.
6. Select the checkbox Open as window.
7. Enter a name for the shortcut and click Create.

2. Using an Emulator

If you prefer mobile-specific features, such as voice search or offline access, you can use an Android emulator to run the Perplexity AI app on your Windows PC. Follow these steps:

1. Install an Android emulator like Bluestacks or LD Player on your PC.
2. Within the emulator, access the Google Play Store or App Store.
3. Search for and install the Perplexity AI app.

3. Electron Based Desktop App

The Perplexity AI Desktop App is an unofficial application created by inulute, leveraging the power of AI language processing on your desktop through Electron. This app aims to enhance your experience with Perplexity AI.

This app offers smooth navigation between perplexity.ai and labs.perplexity.ai. You can download and install in your desktop by following this perplexity-ai-app github page. 

The platform supports Windows, Mac, and Linux for Electron-based desktop applications.

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