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Comet AI browser, a browser that does the task.

Perplexity's browser combines AI search, an assistant that works across your tabs, and built-in ad blocking. Research, compare, and get tasks done from one sidebar.

ChromiumBuilt on
SourcesWith every answer
/Custom shortcuts
AgentDoes tasks for you
See Comet in actionMac · Windows
01Downloadperplexity.ai/comet
02ImportBookmarks, extensions
03ConnectGmail, Calendar
04AskOpen the assistant
01

What is Comet?

More than a browser: an AI research companion that helps you find, analyze, and organize information online.

Three things to know
Intelligent searchAnswers that understand context, with the sources shown
Assistant in every tabSummarize, compare, and act on pages from the sidebar
Ad blocking built inAds and trackers blocked by default
Perfect forResearchersContent creatorsBusiness professionalsStudents and educators
Why choose Comet over a regular browser
Built-in AI research assistantNo separate AI tools to switch to
Sources with every answerKeep track of where each fact came from
Your Chrome setup carries overBuilt on Chromium, so extensions and bookmarks import
Productivity-first designShortcuts and agent tasks for the work you repeat
02

Core features

Twelve features in three groups. Pick a group to see what it covers.

Agentic searchThe assistant can carry out whole tasks: 'Find the best hotel under $200 in Paris and book it'
Answers with sourcesAnswers come with the sources they were drawn from, so you can check them
Multi-source aggregationCombines results from papers, news, forums, and specialized sites
Screen-aware AIUnderstands what's on your screen: ask about a YouTube video, compare prices across tabs, or read a chart
03

Talk to your tabs

Conversational commands instead of clicking and typing. Copy one and paste it into the Comet assistant.

Show me all tabs about machine learningFind tabs by topic
Show me all tabs about machine learning
Close tabs I haven't used in 30 minutesClean up in one line
Close tabs I haven't used in 30 minutes
Summarize what's in each tabOne summary across every open tab
Summarize what's in each tab
Summarize all tabs then close the ones about cookingChain two actions
Summarize all tabs then close the ones about cooking
Close all shopping tabs except AmazonBe specific about what to keep
Close all shopping tabs except Amazon

Research project

Open 20+ tabs on your topic, then:

  1. 1
    Summarize all open research tabs
  2. 2
    Create an outline from these sources
  3. 3
    List the sources for all tabs as citations

Online shopping

Open products across several sites, then:

  1. 1
    Compare prices and features
  2. 2
    Find the best value option
  3. 3
    Apply available coupons

Travel planning

Research destinations and hotels, then:

  1. 1
    Find flights under $500
  2. 2
    Book the best hotel option
  3. 3
    Add to my calendar

Email management

Open Gmail in Comet, then:

  1. 1
    Draft replies to important emails
  2. 2
    Schedule follow-ups
  3. 3
    Organize by priority
04

Shortcuts and tips

The keys worth learning, and habits that get better results from the assistant.

Keyboard shortcuts
/
Launch a Comet shortcutType it in the address bar or the assistant
AltA
Open the assistantOption + A on Mac
AltS
Summarize the pageA quick read of the current page
AltShiftV
Voice modeTalk to the assistant

Be specific

Instead of 'close tabs', say 'close all shopping tabs except Amazon'

Use context

Reference other tabs: 'Apply the discount from tab 2 to my cart in tab 5'

Chain actions

Combine commands: 'Summarize all tabs then close the ones about cooking'

YouTube

Ask the assistant to summarize a video or jump to the key moments

Task scheduling

Paste your to-do list and let Comet put it on your calendar

Search operators

Use site:, filetype: and dates for precision: site:edu machine learning filetype:pdf

Shortcuts can change between versions. Check Comet's settings for the current list on your machine.
05

Automation

Shortcuts and agent tasks that handle multi-step work for you.

Comet shortcuts

Type / to create custom commands that automate anything

  • Open favorite tab sets with one command
  • Apply promo codes while shopping
  • Schedule meetings and post on LinkedIn
  • Fill complex forms
  • Launch multi-step workflows

Agentic workflows

The assistant carries out whole tasks

  • Find and book the best hotel under budget
  • Analyze reports and create summaries
  • Organize emails and draft responses
  • Research competitors and compile insights
  • Prep video production checklists

Cross-tab intelligence

Analyze and compare content across tabs

  • Compare prices across shopping sites
  • Analyze research from several sources
  • Move data between applications
  • Reference items between tabs

Multi-step tasks

Whole processes like booking travel or filling forms

  • Travel booking from search to checkout
  • Multi-page application forms
  • Data extraction workflows
  • Repetitive web tasks
FeatureHow to useBenefit
Task automationStructure prompts, use shortcutsLess manual effort
Tab managementAsk for summaries, close tabs by topicA focused workflow
Cross-tab comparisonAsk for a comparisonBetter decisions
Calendar and emailConnect Gmail and Google CalendarTime saved on scheduling

Agents can make mistakes. Watch what the assistant does, and avoid confidential tasks until you're happy with the privacy settings.

06

Use cases by role

How Comet fits the work of twelve roles. Pick one.

Key uses

  • Prospect research: company info, decision-makers, and pain points
  • Lead qualification from several sources
  • Personalized outreach drafts with context from LinkedIn and websites
  • CRM updates with research findings and meeting notes
  • Competitor moves and pricing

Typical workflow

Research prospect → Analyze company needs → Generate personalized pitch → Schedule follow-up

07

Proven workflows

Workflows people use every day with Comet.

Academic research

  1. Ask your research question in the assistant
  2. Refine with follow-up questions
  3. Keep the sources cited with each answer
  4. Take notes as you read
  5. Ask the assistant to format the sources as a bibliography
Best for students, academics, researchers

Content creation

  1. Group your research tabs
  2. Explore the topic with AI search
  3. Collect and organize sources in tabs
  4. Draft an outline with the assistant
  5. Ask for a research summary with sources
Best for writers, bloggers, journalists

Market research

  1. Open the competitors you track
  2. Ask for a comparison of their offers
  3. Use AI to analyze market trends
  4. Check the figures against the sources
  5. Repeat the same shortcut each week
Best for analysts, consultants, founders

Technical documentation

  1. Search across documentation sites
  2. Ask for code examples with sources
  3. Compare answers across docs tabs
  4. Organize findings by project
  5. Share the research with your team
Best for developers, technical writers
08

How Comet compares

Comet against the browsers people already use.

FeatureCometChrome
AI assistantBuilt in, works across tabsGemini in Chrome, or extensions
Ad blockingBuilt inExtension needed
Sources in answersYesDepends on the tool
ExtensionsChrome extensionsChrome extensions
09

Videos

Hands-on demos and reviews, and a path from first install to advanced automation.

Learning paths

Getting started

Beginner
  • Installation
  • Initial setup
  • First automation

Shortcuts mastery

Intermediate
  • Creating shortcuts
  • Complex workflows
  • Sharing automations

Advanced automation

Advanced
  • Agent tasks
  • Multi-step tasks
  • Connected apps
FAQ

Questions,
answered.

The six questions people ask most.

Ask on a call

Shortcuts let you automate a web task by typing / followed by a command. Make them for opening tab sets, applying promo codes, scheduling meetings, or filling forms. Describe the steps once and run them again any time.

It carries out tasks instead of only answering. It can act on pages for you, like 'Find the best hotel under $200 in Paris and book it'. Review what it does before anything that spends money or sends messages.

Yes. The assistant can read your open tabs and compare prices, features, or any content across them. Ask 'Which laptop has the best specs for the price?' with several product pages open.

Yes. Comet is built on Chromium, so most Chrome extensions install and work as they do in Chrome. You can import bookmarks and settings when you set it up.

Comet blocks ads and trackers by default and keeps your browsing data on your device. When you use the assistant, the page content and your request are sent to Perplexity to answer. Check the privacy settings before using it for confidential work.

Yes. Ask about any stock or market and Comet answers with Perplexity Finance data, charts and sources. No extensions needed.

Next step

Ready to browse with an assistant?

Download Comet and try the commands in this guide. If you want AI agents in your own product, book a call.