# Note templates: reusable note outlines

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-templates  
Section: Features  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free + Pro

A note template is a reusable note title and Markdown outline for NotebookLM. It can be filled with placeholder variables, or drafted by NotebookLM from the sources of the target notebook, with unsupported sections marked as needing verification.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Where | Templates in the workspace; Apply templates in the NotebookLM toolbar |
| Plan | Free + Pro |
| Free | A limited number of templates. |
| Pro | Unlimited note templates and batch generation across notebooks. |

## Steps

1. Install [NotebookLM Ultra Exporter](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/notebooklm-ultra-exporter/afchokljnhhggkhedfbmkcmdagjmjchj) in desktop Chrome, then refresh any open NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) tab.
2. Find it here: Templates in the workspace; Apply templates in the NotebookLM toolbar.
3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many.

## What it does

- Creates a structured note in the chosen notebook.
- Optionally asks NotebookLM to fill each section from the sources.
- Works inside workflows and automation rules.

## Limits to know

- AI drafting needs at least one ready source in the notebook.
- Drafting uses your NotebookLM chat quota.
- Review drafted notes; sections without support are flagged, not removed.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need Pro for note templates?

Not for the basics. Free: A limited number of templates. Pro: Unlimited note templates and batch generation across notebooks.

### Which starter templates are included?

Built-in presets cover common outlines such as a research brief. You can edit them or write your own in Markdown.

## Related guides

- [Workflows: save a multi-step research process](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workflows)
- [Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates)
- [Prompt library: save and reuse prompts in NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-library)
- [Prompt templates with variables](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-variables)
- [Source templates: tag and file sources consistently](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-templates)
- [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation)