Perplexity News 07/28/2026 AI Rating: Medium

Perplexity's Personal Computer Comes to Windows, Spanning Local Files and Office Apps

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Perplexity announced that its agent platform, Personal Computer, now supports Windows 10 and 11. Previously centered on Mac, the platform now extends to more than 1 billion Windows devices worldwide, letting users work across local files, Microsoft 365 apps, and the web from a single interface.

Details

  • Local file management: Create, edit, and organize Word, Excel, and other documents stored on the machine
  • Microsoft ecosystem integration: Native integration with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Broad app connectivity: Connects to more than 400 applications via App Connectors, including Snowflake, Salesforce, and HubSpot
  • Cross-device workflow: Users can start a task on their phone and finish it on the desktop
  • Voice control: Voice mode enables verbal commands for PC operations
  • Web-to-local bridge: Conducts web research and incorporates the findings directly into local documents
  • Security features: Alerts users before sensitive actions, maintains audit trails, runs in a secure sandbox, and doesn’t train on customer data
  • Availability: Available now on Windows 10 and 11 for Pro, Max, and Enterprise subscribers

How to try it

  • Available to Perplexity Pro, Max, or Enterprise subscribers running Windows 10 or 11
  • Start by connecting Microsoft apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint, or one of the 400+ App Connectors such as Snowflake, Salesforce, or HubSpot