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NotebookLM to Zotero: source lists as BibTeX or RIS
Short answer
NotebookLM does not connect to Zotero, but NotebookLM Ultra Exporter builds a bibliography from the sources in a notebook and outputs BibTeX or RIS, which Zotero imports. Free previews and copies up to 5 sources; Pro removes the cap and downloads .bib and .ris files.
Quick facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Destination | Zotero |
| Formats to export | BibTeX, RIS |
| Plan | Free + Pro |
| Direction | One-way, from NotebookLM to Zotero. Each export is a snapshot. |
Steps
- Install NotebookLM Ultra Exporter in desktop Chrome, then refresh any open NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) tab.
- In NotebookLM, export the content in a format Zotero accepts (see the table below).
- In Zotero choose File, Import and select the .bib or .ris file, or use Import from Clipboard with copied entries.
- Open each item and complete the author and date fields.
- Open the downloaded file and check it before you rely on it or share it.
What to export for Zotero
| NotebookLM content | Format | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Source bibliography | BibTeX | How to export |
| Source bibliography | RIS | How to export |
Good to know
NotebookLM does not expose authors or publication dates, so entries arrive with title, link and access date. Zotero can often fill the rest from the URL or DOI.
The extension creates files on your computer. It does not sign in to Zotero, and nothing is sent to Zotero until you import the file yourself.
Free or Pro?
The basics are free; the advanced options listed on this page need Ultra Exporter Pro. 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
Does NotebookLM have a built-in Zotero integration?
No. Gemini Notebook has no built-in connection to Zotero. The working route is a file: export from NotebookLM in a format Zotero reads (BibTeX, RIS), then import or open it there.
Can I send Zotero papers into NotebookLM?
Yes. Export the PDFs or use DOIs and import them as sources; see import papers by DOI.
Does my content pass through a server on its way to Zotero?
No. Files are converted in your browser and saved to your downloads folder. You move them into the other app yourself.
Related guides
How to export NotebookLM sources to BibTeX. You get BibTeX entries for the selected sources, to copy on Free or download as a .bib file with Pro.
How to export NotebookLM sources to RIS. You get RIS records for the selected sources, the exchange format EndNote, Mendeley and Zotero import.
Mendeley imports RIS and BibTeX. Build a bibliography from a notebook's sources with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter, export RIS or BibTeX, and import the file.
EndNote imports RIS. Build a bibliography from a notebook's sources with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter, export RIS, and import it into EndNote with the Reference.
Paperpile imports BibTeX and RIS files. Export a notebook's source bibliography with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter and upload the file to Paperpile.
JabRef works directly with .bib files. Export a notebook's source bibliography as BibTeX with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter and open or import it in JabRef.
Yes. Export a NotebookLM mind map as FreeMind (.mm), OPML or Markdown with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter, all free with no daily quota, then use File, Import in.
MindNode imports FreeMind, OPML and Markdown files. Export a NotebookLM mind map in one of those formats with NotebookLM Ultra Exporter, which is free, and.