# Studio batch generation and packs

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

Studio batch generation asks NotebookLM to create several Studio items in one go: for example a briefing plus flashcards, one item per topic from a list, or one per source. Jobs are queued in the background and the extension waits for long-running audio or artifacts to finish.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Where | Generation panel in the NotebookLM toolbar, and packs in the workspace |
| Plan | Free + Pro |
| Free | Basic use. |
| Pro | Larger batches, saved presets and 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: Generation panel in the NotebookLM toolbar, and packs in the workspace.
3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many.

## What it does

- Runs a pack such as "a briefing and a set of flashcards".
- Generates one item per topic from a matrix of topics, one per line.
- Passes audience and focus instructions to each item.

## Limits to know

- Every item uses your NotebookLM generation quota, which is set by your Google plan.
- At least one ready source is required.
- A generation that does not finish within two hours is marked as timed out.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need Pro for Studio batch generation?

Not for the basics. Free: Basic use. Pro: Larger batches, saved presets and generation across notebooks.

### Does batch generation bypass NotebookLM limits?

No. It queues requests you could make by hand. Daily generation limits for audio, video and other items still apply.

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