How to connect AI: Perplexity and Smsapi
Create a New Scenario to Connect AI: Perplexity and Smsapi
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a AI: Perplexity, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, AI: Perplexity or Smsapi will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find AI: Perplexity or Smsapi, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the AI: Perplexity Node
Select the AI: Perplexity node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the AI: Perplexity
Click on the AI: Perplexity node to configure it. You can modify the AI: Perplexity URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Smsapi Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the AI: Perplexity node, select Smsapi from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Smsapi.

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Authenticate Smsapi
Now, click the Smsapi node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Smsapi settings. Authentication allows you to use Smsapi through Latenode.
Configure the AI: Perplexity and Smsapi Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the AI: Perplexity and Smsapi Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring AI: Perplexity, Smsapi, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the AI: Perplexity and Smsapi integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between AI: Perplexity and Smsapi (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect AI: Perplexity and Smsapi
Google Sheets + Perplexity + Smsapi: When a new row is added to a Google Sheet, a research query based on the new row data is sent to Perplexity. The AI's response is then summarized and sent via SMS.
Smsapi + Perplexity + Airtable: When an SMS is received, the text is sent to Perplexity as a question. The AI's reply and the user's phone number are then stored as a new record in Airtable for analysis.
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About AI: Perplexity
Integrate Perplexity AI in Latenode to automate research and content creation. Get instant, accurate answers and summaries inside your workflows. Use AI: Perplexity to enrich data, generate reports, or classify information. Automate complex tasks by combining AI results with other apps and logic in Latenode.
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About Smsapi
Use Smsapi in Latenode to automate SMS notifications and alerts within your workflows. Send appointment reminders, order updates, or critical alerts automatically based on triggers from your apps. Unlike basic SMS integrations, Latenode allows you to customize messages with data transformations and conditional logic, ensuring relevant and timely communication for each user, scaling with your business needs.
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FAQ AI: Perplexity and Smsapi
How can I connect my AI: Perplexity account to Smsapi using Latenode?
To connect your AI: Perplexity account to Smsapi on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select AI: Perplexity and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your AI: Perplexity and Smsapi accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I send SMS alerts based on AI: Perplexity answers?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy to trigger SMS messages via Smsapi based on AI: Perplexity responses. Automate alerts and notifications effortlessly.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating AI: Perplexity with Smsapi?
Integrating AI: Perplexity with Smsapi allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Send SMS notifications when AI: Perplexity finds relevant information.
- Create automated customer support workflows based on AI: Perplexity answers.
- Alert users via SMS about important insights from AI: Perplexity research.
- Trigger personalized SMS campaigns based on AI: Perplexity content generation.
- Send SMS summaries of AI: Perplexity reports to stakeholders.
Can I customize the AI: Perplexity prompts within Latenode?
Yes, Latenode allows full customization. Use prompt-based AI steps and JavaScript for fine-grained control of AI: Perplexity interactions.
Are there any limitations to the AI: Perplexity and Smsapi integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits from both AI: Perplexity and Smsapi may apply.
- Complex prompt engineering within AI: Perplexity may require JavaScript knowledge.
- SMS delivery rates depend on the Smsapi service and recipient country.