Perplexity has launched a game-changing feature called Labs, designed to help users bring their ideas to life without needing a team of developers or designers. Available exclusively for Pro subscribers, Labs offers an intuitive and fast way to create everything from spreadsheets and dashboards to fully functional web apps in just minutes.
What is Labs?
Labs is essentially a creative assistant that uses advanced tools like deep web browsing, code execution, and visual content generation to carry out over 10 minutes of self-supervised work. Its main purpose is to allow users to quickly turn abstract concepts into fully functional projects, whether it’s building a data-driven report, crafting a sleek web app, or designing an interactive dashboard.
Rather than just generating concepts, Labs actually constructs them. It can write and execute code, structure data, apply formulas, and generate professional charts, documents, and spreadsheets. All outputs—including images, files, and code—are neatly organized and can be downloaded directly from the Assets tab. Additionally, users can create and deploy interactive web elements, such as dashboards or websites, without needing any external development tools.
Why Labs is a Game-Changer
What sets Labs apart is its ability to compress what would normally take days or weeks of work into just a few minutes. Whether you’re designing a marketing campaign, analyzing business data, planning meals, or creating a simple web tool, Labs allows you to do it all without writing a single line of code.
Currently, Labs is accessible via the web platform, as well as mobile apps for Android and iOS. Users can easily find it in the mode selector within the input bar, and Perplexity has confirmed that support for Mac and Windows will be coming soon, making the feature even more widely accessible.
Labs vs. Research: What’s the Difference?
While Labs offers a hands-on, in-depth workflow for creating and building projects, Perplexity emphasizes that its “Research” tool (formerly known as Deep Research) remains the go-to for quickly obtaining comprehensive answers. Labs is designed for users who want to explore and create through detailed workflows, offering a more interactive and creative approach compared to the fast, straightforward responses from the Research tool.
Conclusion
With the introduction of Labs, Perplexity has raised the bar for what AI tools can accomplish. By making it easier than ever to go from idea to execution, Labs empowers users to create, explore, and build powerful projects without needing any technical expertise. Whether you’re working on business analytics, creative projects, or web development, Labs simplifies the process and gives you the tools to turn your vision into reality in minutes.
