Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Free Usage Limits
Free plan users are only allowed 3 uses of Pro/Reasoning models per day. If you plan to conduct frequent in-depth research, the $20/month subscription is well worth it.
Advantages of Reasoning Models
Unlike standard searches, DeepSeek R1 displays its 'Thinking Process'. It can synthesize information from 20+ sources simultaneously to provide more objective answers with less 'hallucination'.
External Document Analysis
You can use the 'Attach' button (paperclip icon) to upload PDF files such as company financial reports, allowing DeepSeek R1 to analyze specific data alongside web search results.
Prompts
Bullish & Bearish Stock Analysis
Target:
Perplexity (DeepSeek R1)
Is the Nvidia stock a good buy right now? Look at the recent price, then compare the bullish versus the bearish perspective, and look at the predictions in 2025.
Market Competition Impact Analysis
Target:
Perplexity (DeepSeek R1)
What are some potential long-term impacts of DeepSeek on Nvidia's market share? Analyze Nvidia's strategy to counteract competition from DeepSeek.
Step by Step
How to Enable & Use DeepSeek R1 on Perplexity
- Visit the Perplexity.ai website and ensure you are logged into your account.
- Locate the search bar (input box) at the center or bottom of the screen.
- Click on the model selection drop-down menu inside or below the search bar (it usually shows the name of the active model like Claude or GPT-4o).
- Select 'Reasoning with R1' from the list of available models to activate DeepSeek R1.
- Ensure the 'Pro' (Pro Search) toggle is turned ON to enable the AI to perform a more in-depth web search.
- Type your stock analysis prompt into the search box (e.g., 'Is Nvidia stock a good buy right now?').
- Press 'Enter' and watch the 'Thinking' section where the AI will display its thought process and the sources being analyzed.
- Scroll down to see the analysis results, which include charts, 'Bullish' and 'Bearish' perspectives, and growth catalysts.
- Check the 'Related' section at the end of the response for suggested follow-up questions to dive deeper into the topic.
