What is NotebookLM?

What it does:

• Summarizes information: NotebookLM can analyze uploaded documents (like PDFs, Google Docs, and websites) and generate concise summaries.

• Answers questions: You can ask questions about the content of your documents, and NotebookLM will provide answers with citations.

• Creates various content: It can generate different types of content based on your sources, such as study guides, briefing documents, timelines, and FAQs.

• Provides audio overviews: A unique feature allows NotebookLM to create audio summaries of your documents, making it easier to consume information by listening.

Who uses it:

• Researchers: NotebookLM can be a valuable tool for academics, journalists, and anyone who needs to analyze large amounts of information.

• Students: It can assist students with studying, note-taking, and preparing for exams.

• Professionals: Businesses and organizations can use NotebookLM to improve research, collaboration, and decision-making.

Key points:

• NotebookLM is built on Google’s powerful Gemini AI model.

• It can process various file types and web sources.

• The audio overview feature is a standout, offering a new way to interact with information.

• NotebookLM is available in a free version and a premium version called NotebookLM Plus, which offers enhanced features and higher usage limits.

Notebook LM Guides & Tutorials

Official Google Resources:

• Google Help:

• The official Google Help pages are an excellent starting point. They provide clear instructions on getting started, using key features, and understanding NotebookLM Plus. You can find information on:

• Creating notebooks.

• Uploading sources.

• Asking questions.

• Generating content (summaries, audio overviews, etc.).

• Upgrading to NotebookLM Plus.

• Here is a link to the main help page:

• Get started with NotebookLM and NotebookLM Plus – Google Help

Video Tutorials:

• YouTube:

• YouTube is a treasure trove of visual tutorials. Many creators have made in-depth walkthroughs of NotebookLM’s features. Here are some of the things that youtube tutorials go over.

• “Google Notebook LM Tutorial – [Become A Power User in 15 min] – YouTube” this video goes over many of the functions of NotebookLM.

• “Learn 80% of NotebookLM in Under 13 Minutes! – YouTube” This video gives a quick overview of the main functions.

• These videos often demonstrate real-world use cases, providing practical tips and tricks.

• When searching on youtube, search for “NotebookLM tutorial” and you will find many helpful videos.

Key things to focus on when learning:

• Uploading and managing sources: Understanding how to effectively upload and organize your documents is crucial.

• Asking effective questions: Learn how to formulate questions that elicit the most useful responses from NotebookLM.

• Utilizing the “Studio” panel: Explore the various content generation options, such as creating study guides, timelines, and audio overviews.