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Moodle GIFT vs Moodle XML for NotebookLM quizzes
Short answer
Both import a NotebookLM quiz into the Moodle question bank, and both are free exports. GIFT is a compact text format you can read and fix by hand. Moodle XML is verbose but carries more detail, such as per-answer feedback and formatting, with fewer escaping problems.
Side by side
| GIFT (.gift / .txt) | Moodle XML (.xml) | |
|---|---|---|
| Readable by a person | Yes | Hardly |
| Quick manual edits | Easy | Awkward |
| Feedback and formatting | Basic | Fuller |
| Special characters | Need escaping | Handled by the format |
| Other platforms | Some LMSs accept GIFT | Moodle only |
Which to choose
- Choose GIFT (.gift / .txt) if you want to skim and correct questions in a text editor before importing.
- Choose Moodle XML (.xml) if your questions contain symbols, code or formulas, or you want explanations as feedback.
Free or Pro?
Free, with no daily export quota and no website account needed. Pro covers the extension only; it does not include a Google subscription or raise NotebookLM's own limits. Current prices are on the pricing page.
Frequently asked questions
GIFT (.gift / .txt) or Moodle XML (.xml): which is better?
Neither in general. Choose GIFT (.gift / .txt) if you want to skim and correct questions in a text editor before importing. Choose Moodle XML (.xml) if your questions contain symbols, code or formulas, or you want explanations as feedback.
Which should I try first?
Moodle XML for fidelity. If you need to edit in bulk, switch to GIFT. Import three questions first either way.
Related guides
How to export NotebookLM quizzes to Moodle GIFT. You get a GIFT file that the Moodle question bank imports, with answers and feedback encoded per question.
How to export NotebookLM quizzes to Moodle XML. You get a Moodle XML file, Moodle's own question format, for importing into the question bank.
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