Introduction
Accurately and promptly confirming facts is essential in the age of information overload. With the help of this tutorial, you can create an AI-powered fact-checking copilot that will follow you across the internet and automatically check claims with a single click.
Building Your AI Fact-Checking System
Required Tools
Google Chrome
Make.com account (no-code automation platform)
Perplexity AI API credits ($5)
Basic text editor
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Creating the Chrome Extension
First, we'll create the Chrome extension structure:
Create manifest.json
Set up background scripts
Configure content scripts
Design the user interface
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Setting Up the Extension Files
Create these essential files:
manifest.json (extension configuration)
background.js (background processes)
content.js (webpage interaction)
popup.js (UI handling)
styles.css (visual styling)
Integrating with Make.com
Create a new Make.com scenario
Add a Custom Webhooks trigger
Configure the data structure
Set up error handling
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Configuring Perplexity AI
I found a statement on [website] claiming that [claim].
Please provide:
1. Verdict (True/False/Misleading/Unverifiable)
2. Confidence score (1-10)
3. Brief explanation
4. Supporting evidence from credible sources
Building the Complete Workflow
The system works in three main steps:
Text Selection and Capture
User highlights text
Extension captures text and URL
Data sent to Make.com
Fact Verification
Perplexity AI analyzes claim
Searches credible sources
Generates detailed report
Result Display
Formatted response
Confidence score
Source links
Best Practices and Tips
Error Handling
Implement robust error checking
Provide clear user feedback
Handle network issues gracefully
User Experience
Quick activation
Clear result display
Easy source verification
Source Validation
Multiple credible sources
Cross-reference information
Avoid circular references
Customization Options
You can modify the system to:
Check specific types of claims
Use preferred news sources
Adjust confidence thresholds
Customize result formatting
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Extension Loading
Enable developer mode
Check file permissions
Verify manifest settings
Make.com Integration
Test webhooks individually
Monitor error logs
Verify data structure
API Response
Check credit balance
Validate API keys
Monitor rate limits
Advanced Features
Consider adding:
Custom source filtering
Result history
Export capabilities
Multiple checking modes
Implementation Steps
Set up development environment
Create extension structure
Configure Make.com scenario
Test and refine
Future Enhancements
Potential improvements:
Machine learning integration
Custom source databases
Browser sync support
Team collaboration features
Security Considerations
Important security aspects:
API key protection
Data encryption
User privacy
Source verification
Conclusion
This AI fact-checking copilot transforms how we verify information online. By combining Chrome extensions with Make.com and Perplexity AI, we've created a powerful tool for quick, accurate fact verification.
Remember to:
Regularly update sources
Monitor API usage
Test across different websites
Gather user feedback
Start building your own AI copilot today and revolutionize your web browsing experience.
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