# How to Use Perplexity Focus Modes

> To use Perplexity Focus Modes, open Perplexity AI and start a new search. Click the Focus button to open the menu, choose your preferred mode, and enter your question. Finally, click the arrow icon to proceed and receive a tailored response based on your selected focus.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-use-perplexity-focus-modes/
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a5223ab56e05a00fff393/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Open Perplexity AI and begin a new search or thread.
2. In the search interface, locate and click the "Focus" button. This will open a menu of different focus modes you can choose from.
3. Choose the mode that best fits your research needs.
4. Try asking about trending topics by entering "What are the latest trends today on TikTok".
5. Click on the arrow Icon to proceed.
6. After selecting the focus mode, enter your question or prompt. Perplexity will tailor its response based on the selected mode, using sources relevant to that focus.