What is Deep Research?
Deep Research is ZeroTwo’s advanced research tool that goes beyond simple web search. It uses a multi-agent system to conduct thorough, comprehensive research on any topic, gathering information from multiple sources and synthesizing it into detailed reports.Deep Research is like having a team of research assistants working in parallel - each investigating different aspects of your topic and combining their findings into a comprehensive report.
When to Use Deep Research
Academic Research
Literature reviews, topic exploration, research paper preparation
Market Analysis
Industry trends, competitor analysis, market opportunities
Decision Making
Gather comprehensive information before important decisions
Due Diligence
Company research, product evaluation, technology assessment
How Deep Research Works
Multi-Agent Research System
Deep Research uses multiple AI agents working together:1
Query Planning
AI breaks your research question into multiple sub-queries and research angles
2
Parallel Research
Multiple agents search different sources simultaneously:
- Academic papers and publications
- News articles and reports
- Industry blogs and analysis
- Technical documentation
- Expert opinions and forums
3
Information Gathering
Each agent:
- Searches relevant sources
- Extracts key information
- Identifies important quotes and data
- Notes source credibility
4
Synthesis & Analysis
AI combines findings from all agents:
- Identifies patterns and themes
- Resolves contradictions
- Highlights key insights
- Organizes information logically
5
Report Generation
Creates comprehensive report with:
- Executive summary
- Detailed findings
- Citations and sources
- Recommendations (if applicable)
Starting a Deep Research Session
- From Chat
- With Parameters
- From Template
Enable Deep Research tool:
- Click the Deep Research toggle in the top bar
- Ask your research question
- AI initiates research process
- Watch progress in real-time
Research Depth Options
Choose the depth based on your needs:- Quick Overview
- Standard Research
- Comprehensive
- Deep Dive
Time: 2-3 minutes
Sources: 5-10
Length: 500-1000 wordsBest for:
Sources: 5-10
Length: 500-1000 wordsBest for:
- Quick topic overview
- Initial exploration
- Time-sensitive needs
- Simple questions
Monitoring Research Progress
Watch your research unfold in real-time:Progress Indicators
Research Phase
Research Phase
What you’ll see:
- Current phase (Planning, Researching, Synthesizing, Writing)
- Progress percentage
- Estimated time remaining
- 📋 Planning (10%) - Breaking down query
- 🔍 Researching (60%) - Gathering information
- 🧠 Synthesizing (20%) - Analyzing findings
- ✍️ Writing (10%) - Creating report
Sources Found
Sources Found
Real-time updates:
- Number of sources discovered
- Source types (academic, news, technical, etc.)
- Quality indicators
Key Findings
Key Findings
As research progresses:
- Important facts discovered
- Emerging themes
- Notable contradictions
- Expert quotes
Agent Activity
Agent Activity
See agents at work:
- Agent 1: Searching academic databases
- Agent 2: Analyzing recent news
- Agent 3: Exploring technical documentation
- Agent 4: Finding expert opinions
Understanding Research Reports
Report Structure
Deep Research reports follow a clear structure:1
Executive Summary
Quick overview (200-300 words):
- Main findings
- Key insights
- Important conclusions
- Quick recommendations
2
Methodology
Research approach:
- Sources consulted
- Search strategies used
- Timeframe covered
- Limitations noted
3
Detailed Findings
Main body organized by themes:
- Section headings for clarity
- Supporting evidence and data
- Quotes from experts
- Statistical information
- Case studies and examples
4
Analysis & Insights
Interpretation:
- Pattern identification
- Trend analysis
- Implications
- Critical evaluation
5
Sources & Citations
Full bibliography:
- All sources cited
- Links to originals
- Publication dates
- Credibility indicators
6
Recommendations
Actionable next steps (when applicable):
- Based on findings
- Prioritized actions
- Further research areas
Citation Format
Each claim includes proper citations:All citations are clickable links to original sources for verification.
Working with Research Results
Export Options
- Markdown
- PDF
- Word Document
- Copy to Canvas
Best for: Documentation, GitHub, note-taking
- Clean, readable format
- Preserves structure
- Includes all citations
- Easy to edit
Share Research
Public Link
Generate shareable link for anyone
Team Share
Share with specific team members
Project Archive
Save to project for team access
Send directly via email
Advanced Features
Follow-Up Research
Continue research with follow-up queries:1
Ask Follow-Up
2
Targeted Research
AI researches specifically that aspect
3
Integrated Results
New findings integrated into existing report
Compare Research
Compare multiple research reports:Time-Based Research
Research how topics evolve:Research Quality Indicators
Source Credibility
Research reports include quality indicators:High Credibility
- Peer-reviewed journals
- Government publications
- Established institutions
- Primary sources
Medium Credibility
- Industry publications
- Reputable news outlets
- Expert blogs
- White papers
Lower Credibility
- General blogs
- Opinion pieces
- Unverified sources
- Social media
Mixed Sources
Reports use primarily high and medium credibility sources
Consensus vs. Debate
Reports indicate agreement level:- Strong Consensus: Multiple sources agree
- General Agreement: Most sources aligned
- Mixed Views: Diverse perspectives
- Active Debate: Significant disagreement
Best Practices
Craft Clear Research Questions
Craft Clear Research Questions
Better research questions:❌ “Tell me about AI”
✅ “What are the current practical applications of AI in small business operations?”❌ “Climate change”
✅ “What are the most effective carbon reduction strategies for urban areas?”Tips:
✅ “What are the current practical applications of AI in small business operations?”❌ “Climate change”
✅ “What are the most effective carbon reduction strategies for urban areas?”Tips:
- Be specific about scope
- Define the aspect you care about
- Mention context or constraints
- Specify timeframe if relevant
Specify Your Needs
Specify Your Needs
Include parameters:Helps AI understand what matters to you.
Review and Verify
Review and Verify
Always verify critical information:
- Click through to original sources
- Check publication dates
- Consider source credibility
- Look for primary sources
- Cross-reference key facts
Use Appropriate Depth
Use Appropriate Depth
Match depth to need:
- Quick decisions → Quick Overview
- Standard work → Standard Research
- Important decisions → Comprehensive
- Academic/strategic → Deep Dive
Iterate and Refine
Iterate and Refine
Research process:
- Start with standard research
- Review initial findings
- Ask follow-up questions
- Request deeper dives into specific areas
- Build comprehensive understanding
Example Research Sessions
Market Research
Academic Literature Review
Technology Evaluation
Limitations & Considerations
What Deep Research Can Do
What Deep Research Can Do
✅ Find and synthesize information from many sources
✅ Identify patterns and trends
✅ Compare different perspectives
✅ Create structured reports
✅ Provide citations and references
✅ Save hours of manual research
✅ Identify patterns and trends
✅ Compare different perspectives
✅ Create structured reports
✅ Provide citations and references
✅ Save hours of manual research
What Deep Research Cannot Do
What Deep Research Cannot Do
❌ Access paywalled content
❌ Guarantee 100% accuracy
❌ Replace human expert judgment
❌ Provide real-time minute-by-minute updates
❌ Access private databases
❌ Conduct primary research (surveys, experiments)
❌ Guarantee 100% accuracy
❌ Replace human expert judgment
❌ Provide real-time minute-by-minute updates
❌ Access private databases
❌ Conduct primary research (surveys, experiments)
Pricing & Usage
Free Tier
- 3 Deep Research sessions per month
- Standard depth only
- All report features
- Full citations
Pro Tier ($20/month)
- 20 Deep Research sessions per month
- All depth options
- Priority processing
- Export to all formats
Team Tier ($30/user/month)
- Unlimited Deep Research
- Shared research library
- Collaborative annotations
- Custom templates
Deep Research credits reset monthly. Unused credits don’t roll over.
Next Steps
Web Search
For quick, single-source information
Canvas
Edit and refine research reports
Projects
Organize research in workspaces
Memory
Save key research insights long-term
Deep Research transforms hours of manual research into minutes of AI-powered investigation!