# NotebookLM Ultra Exporter — Features guides > What each NotebookLM Ultra Exporter feature does, where to find it, what is free and what needs Pro: exports, archives, workspace, prompts, templates, automation and private podcasts. Section index: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features Pages in this section: 35 --- # Export buttons inside NotebookLM Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM Ultra Exporter adds an Export control beside notes, reports, chats and every Studio item, and in the Studio list. You choose a format and the file downloads to your computer. Markdown, LaTeX, text, HTML, JSON and the study formats are free without a daily quota. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Beside each note, report and Studio item, in the Studio list, and in the chat panel | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Basic formats without a quota. Word, PDF, image PowerPoint, long image and video share 5 successful exports per local day. | | Pro | No daily quota, no footer credit on Word and PDF, edit-before-export, and the Pro-only formats. | ## 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: Beside each note, report and Studio item, in the Studio list, and in the chat panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Reads the item that is open in the notebook and converts it in your browser. - Keeps headings, lists, tables, code blocks, equations and citation markers where the format supports them. - Lets you choose which export buttons to show. ## Limits to know - The item must have finished generating and must open in the notebook. - Free Word and PDF files may carry a small credit in the footer. - The free allowance resets at local midnight. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the export buttons? Not for the basics. Free: Basic formats without a quota. Word, PDF, image PowerPoint, long image and video share 5 successful exports per local day. Pro: No daily quota, no footer credit on Word and PDF, edit-before-export, and the Pro-only formats. ### Why do I not see the export buttons? Refresh the NotebookLM tab after installing, and check that the feature is switched on in the workspace feature toggles. The extension works in desktop Chrome. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word) - [Export NotebookLM reports to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf) - [Export NotebookLM chat history to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-markdown) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export) - [Merge notes and reports into one document](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/merged-export) - [Copy or export a NotebookLM chat](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/chat-export) --- # Batch export notes, reports and Studio items Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro Batch export lets you tick several notes, reports or Studio items in a NotebookLM notebook and export them together in one format instead of opening each one. Multiple files are delivered as a ZIP. Free handles 5 items per batch; Pro removes that limit. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Batch export button in the Studio panel | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | 5 items per batch. Quota formats still count toward the 5 daily exports. | | Pro | No batch size limit and no daily quota. | ## 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: Batch export button in the Studio panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Lists the notes and reports in the notebook with a search box. - Exports each selected item as its own file in the chosen format. - Packs several files into one ZIP download. ## Limits to know - Each item becomes a separate file. To produce one combined document, use merged export. - Very large selections take time because each item is opened and read. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for batch export? Not for the basics. Free: 5 items per batch. Quota formats still count toward the 5 daily exports. Pro: No batch size limit and no daily quota. ### Can I export all notes in a notebook at once? Yes. Select them all in batch export, or use the whole-notebook archive, which also includes chats, Studio outputs and source text. ## Related guides - [Merge notes and reports into one document](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/merged-export) - [Back up a whole NotebookLM notebook as a ZIP archive](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notebook-to-zip-backup) - [Copy or export a NotebookLM chat](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/chat-export) - [Turn NotebookLM citations into footnotes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/citations-to-footnotes) - [Branded Word and PDF templates](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/document-templates) - [Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion) --- # Merge notes and reports into one document Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/merged-export Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro Merged export combines several NotebookLM notes and reports into one Word, PDF or Markdown document. You select the items, reorder them, and the extension adds a table of contents, page breaks and unified citations. Settings can be saved as presets. It is a Pro feature. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Merge export button in the Studio panel | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. Free can batch-export separate files. | | Pro | Included, with saved presets. | ## 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: Merge export button in the Studio panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Lets you pick and reorder notes and reports. - Generates one file with a table of contents and page breaks between items. - Unifies citation numbering across the merged items. ## Limits to know - Select at least two items. - If an item changes or is deleted while the dialog is open, reopen merged export. - Long merged documents should be checked for heading levels and table widths. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for merged export? Yes. Included, with saved presets. Free: Not included. Free can batch-export separate files. ### What is the difference between batch and merged export? Batch export gives one file per item. Merged export gives a single document that contains all of them in the order you set. ## Related guides - [Merge NotebookLM notes and reports into one document](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-and-reports-to-one-document) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export) - [Copy or export a NotebookLM chat](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/chat-export) - [Turn NotebookLM citations into footnotes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/citations-to-footnotes) - [Branded Word and PDF templates](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/document-templates) - [Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion) --- # Copy or export a NotebookLM chat Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/chat-export Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro Chat export saves a NotebookLM conversation, with its cited sources, as Markdown, Word, PDF, HTML, text, JSON or LaTeX. You choose which turns to include and whether to keep citation markers, or copy the conversation as Markdown to the clipboard. Markdown, HTML, text, JSON and LaTeX are free. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Export control in the chat panel | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Markdown, HTML, TXT, JSON, LaTeX and clipboard copy. Word and PDF use the shared daily quota. | | Pro | No quota, and a preview where you can edit the conversation before export. | ## 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: Export control in the chat panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Exports questions and answers in order, with citation markers. - Lets you include only selected turns. - Copies Markdown to the clipboard for pasting into another app. ## Limits to know - Only messages loaded in the page can be read; scroll long chats to the top first. - Citations point to cited passages, not to full bibliographic references. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for chat export? Not for the basics. Free: Markdown, HTML, TXT, JSON, LaTeX and clipboard copy. Word and PDF use the shared daily quota. Pro: No quota, and a preview where you can edit the conversation before export. ### Does NotebookLM have its own chat export? No. Gemini Notebook saves chat history to your account but has no download for it; you can only copy a reply or save it as a note. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM chat history to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-markdown) - [Export NotebookLM chat history to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-pdf) - [Export NotebookLM chat history to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-word) - [Turn NotebookLM citations into footnotes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/citations-to-footnotes) - [Branded Word and PDF templates](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/document-templates) - [Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion) --- # Turn NotebookLM citations into footnotes Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/citations-to-footnotes Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free When you export a note, report or chat from NotebookLM, Ultra Exporter can convert the inline citation markers into numbered footnotes. Each footnote names the cited source, so the reference survives outside NotebookLM, where the interactive citation pop-ups do not exist. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Option in the export panel: Convert references to footnotes | | Plan | Free | | Free | Included. | | Pro | Merged export unifies footnote numbering across several items. | ## 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: Option in the export panel: Convert references to footnotes. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Replaces citation chips with footnote numbers. - Lists the cited sources at the end of the document or page. - Keeps the original markers if you leave the option off. ## Limits to know - A footnote identifies the source NotebookLM cited. It is not a formatted academic reference. - NotebookLM does not expose authors or dates, so complete formal references in a reference manager. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for footnote conversion? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Why do citations disappear when I copy from NotebookLM? The citation chips are interactive page elements, not text. Copying drops them. Exporting reads the underlying reference data instead. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word) - [Export NotebookLM sources to BibTeX](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/bibliography-to-bibtex) - [Branded Word and PDF templates](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/document-templates) - [Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion) - [Export NotebookLM mind maps](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/mind-map-export) - [Study and Teaching Pack for flashcards and quizzes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/study-and-teaching-pack) --- # Branded Word and PDF templates Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/document-templates Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro Document templates give Word and PDF exports from NotebookLM a consistent look: a cover page, author or organization, logo, fonts, brand colour, header and footer. You create a template once in the workspace and pick it when exporting. Up to 20 templates can be saved. It is a Pro feature. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Templates page in the workspace; chosen in the Word or PDF export panel | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. Free exports use the default layout. | | Pro | Up to 20 saved templates, and no footer credit. | ## 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 page in the workspace; chosen in the Word or PDF export panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Adds a cover page with title, author and organization. - Sets heading and body fonts and a theme colour. - Places a logo, header and footer on every page. ## Limits to know - The logo must be PNG or JPG and no larger than 300 KB. - Templates apply to Word and PDF, not to Markdown or slides. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for document templates? Yes. Up to 20 saved templates, and no footer credit. Free: Not included. Free exports use the default layout. ### Does a template change the content of my note? No. It changes presentation only: cover, fonts, colour, logo, header and footer. The text and citations come from the note. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM reports to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-word) - [Export NotebookLM reports to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf) - [Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion) - [Export NotebookLM mind maps](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/mind-map-export) - [Study and Teaching Pack for flashcards and quizzes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/study-and-teaching-pack) - [Export a bibliography of NotebookLM sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/bibliography-export) --- # Convert NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/slide-conversion Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro NotebookLM generates each slide as one flat image, so text cannot be edited in PowerPoint. Slide conversion in Ultra Exporter Pro uses the text every slide carries to rebuild the deck as an editable PowerPoint, a Markdown outline or a slide-by-slide speaker script. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Convert to editable PPT / outline entry on a slide deck in Studio | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. Free exports slides as image PowerPoint, PDF, PNG or a long image. | | Pro | Editable PowerPoint, outline and speaker script. | ## 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: Convert to editable PPT / outline entry on a slide deck in Studio. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Creates slides with an editable title and bullets, with narration in the notes. - Can add the original slide image after each slide or as a thumbnail for reference. - Exports a title-and-bullets outline or a read-aloud script per slide. ## Limits to know - The layout is a clean re-layout, not the original design. - Charts and illustrations inside the generated image are not turned into editable objects. - The script is an editable draft; it is not a verbatim transcript of a Video Overview. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for slide conversion? Yes. Editable PowerPoint, outline and speaker script. Free: Not included. Free exports slides as image PowerPoint, PDF, PNG or a long image. ### Can I keep the original look and still edit? Not both in one slide. Keep the original image as a reference slide and edit the rebuilt one, or use the image deck when you only need to present. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM slides to editable PowerPoint](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/slides-to-editable-powerpoint) - [Image PowerPoint vs editable PowerPoint from NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/compare/image-pptx-vs-editable-pptx) - [Export NotebookLM slides to a speaker script](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/slides-to-speaker-script) - [Export NotebookLM mind maps](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/mind-map-export) - [Study and Teaching Pack for flashcards and quizzes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/study-and-teaching-pack) - [Export a bibliography of NotebookLM sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/bibliography-export) --- # Export NotebookLM mind maps Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/mind-map-export Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free Mind map export reads the full topic tree of a NotebookLM mind map, including collapsed branches, and saves it as interactive HTML, PNG, SVG, Markdown, FreeMind, OPML or JSON. You can export the whole map or one branch. All seven formats are free. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Export entry on an open mind map in Studio | | Plan | Free | | Free | All formats. Batch export of several maps is limited to 5 results per batch. | | Pro | No batch limit. | ## 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: Export entry on an open mind map in Studio. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Reads tree data rather than a screenshot, so nothing needs to be expanded first. - Follows three steps: choose output, confirm content, download. - Exports one branch with its parent path kept as context. ## Limits to know - Images are laid out automatically and will not match the on-screen arrangement. - Apps differ in how they import OPML and FreeMind styling. - Check the node count in the preview if Google has changed the page. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for mind map export? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Which format opens in XMind? FreeMind (.mm) or OPML. See [NotebookLM to XMind](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-xmind). ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM mind maps to FreeMind](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/mind-map-to-freemind) - [Export NotebookLM mind maps to OPML](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/mind-map-to-opml) - [Export NotebookLM mind maps to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/mind-map-to-markdown) - [Study and Teaching Pack for flashcards and quizzes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/study-and-teaching-pack) - [Export a bibliography of NotebookLM sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/bibliography-export) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) --- # Study and Teaching Pack for flashcards and quizzes Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/study-and-teaching-pack Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro The Study and Teaching Pack is the Pro layer on top of free flashcard and quiz export. It adds ready-to-open Anki .apkg decks, printable duplex flashcard sheets, exam versions with shuffled questions, student and answer copies, saved presets and a reusable question bank. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Export panel of a flashcard deck or quiz in Studio | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Basic single-deck and single-quiz formats, including Anki text, Quizlet, Moodle, QTI, Aiken, PDF and offline HTML. | | Pro | Anki .apkg, duplex print, exam versions, answer sheets, presets and merged card sets. | ## 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: Export panel of a flashcard deck or quiz in Studio. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Builds an Anki package that imports with a double-click. - Lays out cards for double-sided printing so fronts and backs line up. - Generates several versions of one quiz with separate answer keys. ## Limits to know - It converts cards and questions that NotebookLM generated; it does not write new ones. - Saved card sets stay in that browser. This is not cloud sync. - Review every question before using it for assessment. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the Study and Teaching Pack? Yes. Anki .apkg, duplex print, exam versions, answer sheets, presets and merged card sets. Free: Basic single-deck and single-quiz formats, including Anki text, Quizlet, Moodle, QTI, Aiken, PDF and offline HTML. ### Is Anki export free? The tab-separated text file for Anki is free. The .apkg package is Pro. See [Anki TSV vs APKG](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/compare/anki-tsv-vs-apkg). ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM flashcards to an Anki deck](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/flashcards-to-anki-apkg) - [Export NotebookLM flashcards to a double-sided printable PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/flashcards-to-printable-duplex-pdf) - [Create exam versions and a teaching pack from a NotebookLM quiz](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/quiz-to-exam-versions) - [Export a bibliography of NotebookLM sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/bibliography-export) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export) --- # Export a bibliography of NotebookLM sources Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/bibliography-export Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro Bibliography export turns the sources you select in a NotebookLM notebook into a reference list in APA, MLA or Chicago style, or a BibTeX or RIS file for Zotero, Mendeley and EndNote. Because NotebookLM does not provide authors or dates, entries use no-author, no-date rules with an access date. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Bibliography tool in the Sources panel tools menu | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | See the linked format guides for what the current Free plan includes. | | Pro | All five styles and formats. | ## 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: Bibliography tool in the Sources panel tools menu. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Formats selected sources as APA, MLA, Chicago, BibTeX or RIS. - Uses the source title and link NotebookLM exposes. - Produces a file a reference manager can import. ## Limits to know - Authors and publication dates are missing from NotebookLM data; complete them in your reference manager. - Uploaded files without a link produce title-only entries. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for bibliography export? Not for the basics. Free: See the linked format guides for what the current Free plan includes. Pro: All five styles and formats. ### Can it fetch the missing authors and dates? No. It does not look entries up online. Import the file into a reference manager and let that tool complete the metadata from the DOI or URL. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM sources to BibTeX](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/bibliography-to-bibtex) - [Export NotebookLM sources to RIS](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/bibliography-to-ris) - [NotebookLM to Zotero: source lists as BibTeX or RIS](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-zotero) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export) - [Merge notes and reports into one document](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/merged-export) --- # Archive a whole NotebookLM notebook as a ZIP Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/whole-notebook-archive Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro Notebook archive packs every note, report, chat, Studio item and source text of a NotebookLM notebook into one indexed ZIP file. It is the closest thing to a full backup, since Google offers no notebook export. Free includes one full archive; Pro makes archives unlimited. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Archive button at the top of the Studio panel | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | One full archive. | | Pro | Unlimited archives, several notebooks at once, and folder sync. | ## 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: Archive button at the top of the Studio panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Collects notes, reports, chat history with cited sources, Studio items and source text. - Organises them into folders with an index. - Offers an Obsidian style with frontmatter and a wiki-link index. ## Limits to know - Large media such as audio, video, slide PDFs and infographics make archives big; they are optional. - An archive is a copy of content, not a snapshot Google can restore. - Archiving several notebooks at once requires Pro. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for notebook archive? Not for the basics. Free: One full archive. Pro: Unlimited archives, several notebooks at once, and folder sync. ### Can an archive be turned back into a notebook? With Pro, restore archive creates a new notebook, re-adds sources from their links or text and restores notes. Studio items return as text sources. ## Related guides - [Back up a whole NotebookLM notebook as a ZIP archive](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notebook-to-zip-backup) - [Folder sync: keep a NotebookLM notebook current on disk](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/folder-sync) - [Restore an archive into a new notebook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/archive-restore) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) - [Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel) --- # Folder sync: keep a NotebookLM notebook current on disk Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/folder-sync Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro Folder sync writes a NotebookLM notebook to a folder on your computer and keeps it current. You pick the folder once; later syncs write only what changed and never delete your local files. It suits Obsidian vaults and backup drives. It is a Pro feature. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Archive dialog at the top of the Studio panel, folder option | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. Free can produce one ZIP archive. | | Pro | Included, with incremental sync. | ## 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: Archive dialog at the top of the Studio panel, folder option. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Writes notes, chats, Studio text and source text as files. - Skips files that have not changed since the last sync. - Can use the Obsidian layout with frontmatter and a wiki-link index. ## Limits to know - Sync is one-way, from NotebookLM to the folder. - It runs when you start it, in a browser that supports folder access. Otherwise use ZIP. - Items deleted in NotebookLM are not deleted from the folder. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for folder sync? Yes. Included, with incremental sync. Free: Not included. Free can produce one ZIP archive. ### Does it sync automatically in the background? No. You start a sync from the notebook. It is incremental, so repeated syncs are quick. ## Related guides - [Sync a NotebookLM notebook to a local folder](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notebook-to-local-folder) - [Export a whole NotebookLM notebook to an Obsidian vault](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notebook-to-obsidian-vault) - [ZIP archive vs folder sync for NotebookLM backup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/compare/zip-archive-vs-folder-sync) - [Restore an archive into a new notebook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/archive-restore) - [Archive a whole NotebookLM notebook as a ZIP](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/whole-notebook-archive) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) --- # Restore an archive into a new notebook Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/archive-restore Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro Archive restore rebuilds a NotebookLM notebook from a ZIP made by Ultra Exporter. It creates a new notebook, re-adds sources from their original links or archived text, and restores notes. It is how you move a notebook to another Google account. It is a Pro feature. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Import center, restore archive method | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. | | Pro | Included. | ## 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: Import center, restore archive method. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Previews the archive before anything is created. - Re-adds sources from links, or imports everything as text if you prefer. - Optionally imports reports, chat history and Studio text outputs as text sources. ## Limits to know - Only archives produced by this extension are accepted. - Audio, video, slides and interactive Studio items are not recreated. - Links that no longer resolve fall back to archived text. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for archive restore? Yes. Included. Free: Not included. ### Will the restored notebook be identical? No. Content is restored, but IDs, generation states and interactive objects are new. Treat it as a rebuild. ## Related guides - [Restore a NotebookLM archive into a new notebook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/restore-archive-to-notebooklm) - [How do I move a NotebookLM notebook to another Google account?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/how-to-move-a-notebooklm-notebook-to-another-account) - [Archive a whole NotebookLM notebook as a ZIP](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/whole-notebook-archive) - [Folder sync: keep a NotebookLM notebook current on disk](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/folder-sync) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) --- # Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free Quick capture adds what you are looking at to a NotebookLM notebook in one click. Click the extension icon on a web page, YouTube video, AI chat or Reddit thread; it identifies the page type, shows what will be saved, and sends it to the notebook you pick. It is free, within 20 imports per day. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Extension icon, or the browser side panel | | Plan | Free | | Free | 20 successful source imports per local day, 5 per batch. | | Pro | No import limits. | ## 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: Extension icon, or the browser side panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Recognises web pages, YouTube videos, Reddit threads and chats on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, Kimi and Doubao. - Lets you choose an existing notebook or type a name to create one. - Warns when the page is already in the target notebook. ## Limits to know - The first capture asks for permission to read the current tab. - Only content loaded in the page is captured. - Browser-internal pages cannot be read. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for quick capture? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Do I need NotebookLM open to capture a page? No. You need to be signed in to NotebookLM in the same browser. The import runs as a background task. ## Related guides - [Add a web page to NotebookLM in one click](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/web-page-to-notebooklm) - [Add a YouTube video to NotebookLM from the video page](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/youtube-video-to-notebooklm) - [Send a ChatGPT conversation to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/chatgpt-conversation-to-notebooklm) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) - [Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel) - [Import center: bulk import sources into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-center) --- # Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM Ultra Exporter adds NotebookLM entries to the browser right-click menu: add this page, add this link, add selected text, and add page text for pages behind a login. Pro adds importing all links on a page and playlist or channel videos. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Right-click on a page, a link or selected text | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Page, link, selected text and page text, within 20 imports per day. | | Pro | Import all links on this page, and playlist or channel videos. | ## 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: Right-click on a page, a link or selected text. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Sends a link so NotebookLM fetches the page itself. - Sends extracted text when NotebookLM cannot reach the page. - Saves a selection as a text source with its links retained. ## Limits to know - Text extraction needs access to the current tab. - A selection is saved as text; images in it are not included. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the right-click menu? Not for the basics. Free: Page, link, selected text and page text, within 20 imports per day. Pro: Import all links on this page, and playlist or channel videos. ### Which entry should I use for an article behind a subscription? Add page text. NotebookLM cannot sign in as you, so a link fails; the text loaded in your browser can be sent instead. ## Related guides - [Add a link to NotebookLM from the right-click menu](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/link-to-notebooklm) - [Add selected text to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/selected-text-to-notebooklm) - [Add a page behind a login to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/login-or-paywalled-page-to-notebooklm) - [Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel) - [Import center: bulk import sources into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-center) - [Import recipes and scheduled checks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-recipes) --- # Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free The side panel keeps your NotebookLM library open next to any web page. From it you find and open notebooks, save the current page to one, and browse your prompts, without switching tabs. It is free and uses the Google account already signed in to NotebookLM. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Browser side panel, opened from the extension icon | | Plan | Free | | Free | Included. | | Pro | Follows your Pro limits for imports and prompts. | ## 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: Browser side panel, opened from the extension icon. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Lists and searches your notebooks. - Captures the current page into a chosen notebook. - Switches between notebooks and prompts. ## Limits to know - It needs a signed-in NotebookLM session in the same browser. - Managing collections, templates and automation is done in the full workspace. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the side panel? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Is the side panel the same as the workspace? No. The side panel is a compact companion for capture and navigation. The workspace is the full management view. ## Related guides - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) - [Workspace: manage every notebook in one place](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workspace) - [Import center: bulk import sources into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-center) - [Import recipes and scheduled checks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-recipes) - [Background tasks: track imports and generation](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/background-tasks) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) --- # Import center: bulk import sources into NotebookLM Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-center Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro The import center is where you add many sources to NotebookLM at once. Free methods are pasted links, pasted text, local files and folders, open tabs, RSS feeds and YouTube. Pro adds website crawl, book chapters, papers by DOI, CSV lists, AI chat history and archive restore. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Workspace, or the import entry in the NotebookLM Sources panel | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Basic methods, 20 successful imports per local day and 5 per batch. | | Pro | All methods, no daily or batch limit, domain routing and scheduled recipes. | ## 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: Workspace, or the import entry in the NotebookLM Sources panel. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Shows a preview of what was found before anything is imported. - Skips duplicates and sources already in the target notebook. - Can tag sources after import and merge text files into fewer sources. ## Limits to know - NotebookLM source limits and file size limits still apply. - Imports run in your browser while it is open. - Routing sources to different notebooks by domain requires Pro. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the import center? Not for the basics. Free: Basic methods, 20 successful imports per local day and 5 per batch. Pro: All methods, no daily or batch limit, domain routing and scheduled recipes. ### What happens when I hit the free limit mid-batch? Items beyond the allowance are held and can be retried when more imports are available. The allowance resets at local midnight. ## Related guides - [Bulk import a list of URLs into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/bulk-urls-to-notebooklm) - [Bulk upload files and folders to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/local-files-and-folders-to-notebooklm) - [Crawl a website or sitemap into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/website-crawl-to-notebooklm) - [Import recipes and scheduled checks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-recipes) - [Background tasks: track imports and generation](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/background-tasks) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) --- # Import recipes and scheduled checks Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-recipes Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro An import recipe saves a source and its target notebook, such as an RSS feed, a playlist or a website, so you can run the same import again. With Pro, a recipe can check for new content on a schedule while Chrome is open, skipping what was already imported. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Import center: set a source and target in New import, then Save as recipe | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | 1 saved recipe, run manually. | | Pro | Unlimited recipes and scheduled checks. | ## 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: Import center: set a source and target in New import, then Save as recipe. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Stores source addresses, filters and organization settings. - Re-runs with one click and imports only new items. - For AI chats, re-imports updated conversations and removes the old source. ## Limits to know - Schedules run only while Chrome is open and the account is signed in. - Recipes do not store login information or local files. - New items and failures are listed in import tasks for review. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for import recipes? Not for the basics. Free: 1 saved recipe, run manually. Pro: Unlimited recipes and scheduled checks. ### Is this a cloud service that watches my feeds? No. Checks run in your own browser. Nothing is fetched while the browser is closed. ## Related guides - [Schedule recurring imports into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/scheduled-import-recipes-to-notebooklm) - [Import an RSS feed into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/rss-feed-to-notebooklm) - [Background tasks: track imports and generation](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/background-tasks) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) - [Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel) --- # Background tasks: track imports and generation Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/background-tasks Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free Imports, Studio generation and workflows in NotebookLM Ultra Exporter run as background tasks. They continue when you switch pages or close the panel, and a tasks view shows what was submitted, what is ready and what failed, with a retry for failures. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Tasks view in the workspace, and the activity bar | | Plan | Free | | Free | Included. | | Pro | Included. | ## 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: Tasks view in the workspace, and the activity bar. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Shows each item as waiting, submitted, ready or failed. - Retries only failed items. - Keeps a record of completed runs. ## Limits to know - Submitted means Google accepted the item; Ready means processing was confirmed. - If a step is interrupted before confirmation, check the notebook before running it again to avoid duplicates. - Stop affects only items not yet submitted. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for background tasks? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Why is an item stuck at Submitted? NotebookLM is still processing it, or did not confirm. Open the notebook to see the source state before retrying. ## Related guides - [Import center: bulk import sources into NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-center) - [Quick capture: save the current page to NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/quick-capture) - [Right-click menu: add pages, links and selections](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/right-click-menu) - [Side panel: your NotebookLM library beside every tab](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/side-panel) - [Import recipes and scheduled checks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/import-recipes) - [Source tools: search, filter, bulk download and delete](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-tools) --- # Source tools: search, filter, bulk download and delete Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-tools Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM Ultra Exporter adds a tools row to the NotebookLM Sources panel: search and filter sources, save and restore source selections as views, download or delete selected sources in bulk, merge sources and generate a bibliography. Free saves 2 views per notebook and 5 overall. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Sources panel inside a notebook | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Search, filter, bulk actions with 5 items per batch, and 2 saved views per notebook (5 overall). | | Pro | More saved views and no batch limit. | ## 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: Sources panel inside a notebook. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Finds a source by name in a long list. - Saves which sources are ticked so you can switch context quickly. - Downloads the extracted text of selected sources, or deletes them together. ## Limits to know - Search covers the current filter. - Deleting sources cannot be undone; download or archive first. - Existing views stay available if Pro ends. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the source tools? Not for the basics. Free: Search, filter, bulk actions with 5 items per batch, and 2 saved views per notebook (5 overall). Pro: More saved views and no batch limit. ### Why save source selections? NotebookLM answers only from ticked sources. A saved view restores a set, such as "only primary sources", without re-ticking each one. ## Related guides - [Export NotebookLM sources to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/sources-to-markdown) - [Merge NotebookLM sources into one to free source slots](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/import/merge-sources-to-notebooklm) - [Workspace: manage every notebook in one place](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workspace) - [Collections, tags and pins for notebooks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/collections-and-tags) - [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) --- # Workspace: manage every notebook in one place Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workspace Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro The workspace is a full-page dashboard for NotebookLM. It lists every notebook, source, Studio output and Audio Overview across your account, with search, collections and tags, and it hosts imports, templates, prompts, automation and podcasts. Browsing and organising are free. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Opened from the extension icon or the toolbar inside NotebookLM | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Notebook list, search, collections, tags and pins. | | Pro | Bulk tag management, multiple accounts and the Pro tools hosted there. | ## 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: Opened from the extension icon or the toolbar inside NotebookLM. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Searches notebooks by title and filters by collection or tag. - Lists Studio outputs and audio across notebooks. - Opens any notebook in a new tab. ## Limits to know - It reads your notebooks through the Google account signed in to the browser. - Collections and tags are extension data; they do not appear in NotebookLM itself. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the workspace? Not for the basics. Free: Notebook list, search, collections, tags and pins. Pro: Bulk tag management, multiple accounts and the Pro tools hosted there. ### Does the workspace change my notebooks? Not unless you run an action such as import, delete or generate. Browsing and tagging do not modify notebook content. ## Related guides - [Collections, tags and pins for notebooks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/collections-and-tags) - [How do I organize NotebookLM notebooks into folders?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/how-to-organize-notebooklm-notebooks-into-folders) - [Source tools: search, filter, bulk download and delete](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-tools) - [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) - [Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates) --- # Collections, tags and pins for notebooks Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/collections-and-tags Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM has no folders for notebooks. Ultra Exporter adds collections, which work like folders, plus tags and up to 5 pinned notebooks, so a long notebook list becomes navigable. They are free to use and are stored by the extension, not in your Google account. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Workspace, and Edit collections and tags on a notebook | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | Collections, tags, favourites and 5 pins. | | Pro | Bulk tag management and automatic filing by rule. | ## 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: Workspace, and Edit collections and tags on a notebook. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Groups notebooks into collections. - Tags notebooks and filters the list by tag. - Pins up to 5 notebooks to the top. ## Limits to know - Organisation is kept in the browser profile; it is not visible in the NotebookLM app or on another device unless you move it. - A collection is a view. Removing a notebook from it does not delete the notebook. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for collections and tags? Not for the basics. Free: Collections, tags, favourites and 5 pins. Pro: Bulk tag management and automatic filing by rule. ### Can notebooks be filed automatically? Yes. An automation rule can file a notebook into a collection when it gets a tag or when its title contains a keyword. ## Related guides - [How do I organize NotebookLM notebooks into folders?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/how-to-organize-notebooklm-notebooks-into-folders) - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) - [Source tools: search, filter, bulk download and delete](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-tools) - [Workspace: manage every notebook in one place](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workspace) - [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) --- # Prompt library: save and reuse prompts in NotebookLM Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-library Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM does not save prompts. Ultra Exporter adds a prompt library: save reusable instructions and insert them into the chat box by typing /. A bundled catalog of source-grounded prompts is available offline to browse and copy. Free saves 10 plain prompts. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Toolbar in NotebookLM, the workspace Prompts page, and / in the chat box | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | 10 saved plain prompts, plus the bundled catalog. | | Pro | More prompts, variable templates, folders, import, backup and sharing. | ## 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: Toolbar in NotebookLM, the workspace Prompts page, and / in the chat box. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Inserts the prompt text into the composer; you decide when to send. - Keeps the author and original source with every bundled prompt. - Filters prompts by folder, tag or keyword. ## Limits to know - If no compatible chat box is found, the prompt is copied to the clipboard instead. - Prompt folder management, import and backup require Pro. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the prompt library? Not for the basics. Free: 10 saved plain prompts, plus the bundled catalog. Pro: More prompts, variable templates, folders, import, backup and sharing. ### Are the bundled prompts free? Yes. Bundled prompts can be browsed and copied offline. Saving your own is free up to 10 plain prompts. ## Related guides - [Prompt templates with variables](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-variables) - [Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates) - [Source templates: tag and file sources consistently](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-templates) - [Note templates: reusable note outlines](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-templates) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) --- # Prompt templates with variables Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-variables Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro A variable template is a saved NotebookLM prompt with named blanks, such as topic or audience, that you fill in each time you use it. Filling and copying a template is free; saving your own variable templates requires Ultra Exporter Pro. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Prompts page in the workspace | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Fill and copy existing templates. | | Pro | Save, organise, back up and share variable templates. | ## 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: Prompts page in the workspace. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Prompts you for each variable before inserting the text. - Saves the placeholders, not the values you typed. - Keeps templates in folders with tags. ## Limits to know - Variable names must start with a letter and use only letters, numbers and underscores. - Existing content stays readable and editable if Pro ends. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for prompt variables? Yes. Save, organise, back up and share variable templates. Free: Fill and copy existing templates. ### Why use variables instead of editing the text each time? They make the changeable parts explicit, so a prompt is reused consistently and nothing from the last run is left behind. ## Related guides - [Prompt library: save and reuse prompts in NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/prompt-library) - [Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates) - [Source templates: tag and file sources consistently](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-templates) - [Note templates: reusable note outlines](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-templates) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) --- # Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro A notebook template saves the setup of a NotebookLM notebook, including its tags, collection, reference sources, starter note and Studio preset, so a new project starts ready. Create a notebook from a template in one click, or apply a template to existing notebooks. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Templates in the workspace, and the toolbar inside NotebookLM | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | A limited number of templates. | | Pro | Unlimited templates and unrestricted batch application. | ## 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, and the toolbar inside NotebookLM. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Saves a selected notebook as a template. - Bundles essential reference sources so each new notebook starts with them. - Links a starter note outline and a Studio generation preset. ## Limits to know - Packaged sources are copied into the new notebook and count toward its source limit. - A template stores settings and source references, not chat history. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for notebook templates? Not for the basics. Free: A limited number of templates. Pro: Unlimited templates and unrestricted batch application. ### Does a template copy my notes and chats? No. It reuses the setup and the packaged reference sources. To copy the content of a notebook, use archive and restore. ## Related guides - [Note templates: reusable note outlines](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-templates) - [Source templates: tag and file sources consistently](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-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) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) --- # Source templates: tag and file sources consistently Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-templates Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro A source template applies the same tags and folder assignment to many NotebookLM sources at once, so every project uses one taxonomy. Templates can be applied to selected sources, during bulk import, or by an automation rule when a tag is added. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Templates in the workspace; applied from the Sources panel or the import center | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | A limited number of templates and batch size. | | Pro | Unlimited source templates and no batch limit. | ## 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; applied from the Sources panel or the import center. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Tags and classifies several sources in one action. - Carries folder assignments so sources land in the right place. - Can package reference sources to copy into any notebook. ## Limits to know - Tags and folders are extension data and are not shown by NotebookLM itself. - A template without packaged sources cannot be used to copy sources. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for source templates? Not for the basics. Free: A limited number of templates and batch size. Pro: Unlimited source templates and no batch limit. ### What is the difference from a notebook template? A source template organises sources inside notebooks. A notebook template sets up a whole notebook. ## Related guides - [Notebook templates: reuse a notebook setup](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/notebook-templates) - [Source tools: search, filter, bulk download and delete](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/source-tools) - [Note templates: reusable note outlines](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-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) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) --- # 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) --- # 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. ## Related guides - [Workflows: save a multi-step research process](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workflows) - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) - [Private podcasts from NotebookLM Audio Overviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/private-podcasts) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) - [Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro) --- # Automation rules for NotebookLM Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro An automation rule runs an action in NotebookLM when something happens: a notebook gets a tag, joins a collection, has a title containing a keyword, or finishes an Audio Overview. Actions include filing the notebook, applying a template, generating Studio items and adding audio to a podcast. Free includes 1 rule. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Automation page in the workspace | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | 1 rule. | | Pro | Unlimited rules, plus hourly, daily or weekly schedules. | ## 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: Automation page in the workspace. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Files notebooks into collections by tag or title keyword. - Builds tag chains: one entry tag adds follow-up tags. - Triggers briefings, flashcards, quizzes or audio when a rule matches. ## Limits to know - Rules respond to new changes; they do not process existing notebooks when first loaded. - Rules run while Chrome is open. - Generated items use your NotebookLM generation quota. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for automation rules? Not for the basics. Free: 1 rule. Pro: Unlimited rules, plus hourly, daily or weekly schedules. ### What is a good first rule? Add a tag, then file the notebook into a collection or generate a brief. It shows the trigger-and-action pattern without spending much quota. ## Related guides - [Workflows: save a multi-step research process](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workflows) - [Collections, tags and pins for notebooks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/collections-and-tags) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) - [Private podcasts from NotebookLM Audio Overviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/private-podcasts) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) --- # Workflows: save a multi-step research process Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/workflows Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro A workflow chains NotebookLM steps in order: ask a question and save the answer, create a note, apply a template, generate Studio items and generate audio. You set it up once, choose a notebook, fill in the inputs and run it again. Free includes 1 custom workflow and 3 successful runs. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Workflows page in the workspace | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | 1 custom workflow and 3 successful runs. | | Pro | Unlimited workflows and runs, and scheduled runs across selected 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: Workflows page in the workspace. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Runs steps one at a time and records the result of each. - Waits for generation and continues in the background. - Can be turned into a recurring scheduled automation. ## Limits to know - A chat step times out after 120 seconds. - If NotebookLM returns no answer, nothing is saved for that step. - After an interrupted run, inspect the notebook before retrying. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for workflows? Not for the basics. Free: 1 custom workflow and 3 successful runs. Pro: Unlimited workflows and runs, and scheduled runs across selected notebooks. ### How is a workflow different from an automation rule? A rule reacts to an event with an action. A workflow is a sequence you start yourself or on a schedule. ## Related guides - [Automation rules for NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/automation-rules) - [Note templates: reusable note outlines](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/note-templates) - [Studio batch generation and packs](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/studio-batch-generation) - [Private podcasts from NotebookLM Audio Overviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/private-podcasts) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) --- # Private podcasts from NotebookLM Audio Overviews Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/private-podcasts Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro Private podcasts turn NotebookLM Audio Overviews into a feed you subscribe to in a podcast app. Create a podcast, add finished Audio Overviews or your own recordings, and paste its private RSS address into Apple Podcasts, Overcast or Pocket Casts. It is a Pro feature with 500 MB (annual) or 1 GiB (one-time) of storage. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Podcasts page in the workspace | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Not included. Downloading a single Audio Overview is free. | | Pro | Annual Pro: 500 MB. One-time Pro: 1 GiB. Up to 10 podcasts on both. | ## 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: Podcasts page in the workspace. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Hosts the audio and gives each podcast a private RSS URL. - Adds new Audio Overviews automatically by collection or tag. - Includes a built-in player with speed control, 15-second skip and progress memory. ## Limits to know - Anyone with the feed link can listen; the address can be regenerated, which breaks the old one. - Uploads accept MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, OGG, FLAC and WebM up to 100 MiB; covers are PNG, JPEG or WebP up to 5 MB. - Deleting a podcast removes its uploaded audio; the original notebook audio is kept. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for private podcasts? Yes. Annual Pro: 500 MB. One-time Pro: 1 GiB. Up to 10 podcasts on both. Free: Not included. Downloading a single Audio Overview is free. ### How do I stay within the storage limit? Turn on auto-remove finished episodes. An episode is removed from the feed when playback ends, and the original stays in the notebook. ## Related guides - [Listen to NotebookLM Audio Overviews as a private podcast](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/audio-overview-to-private-podcast) - [NotebookLM to Apple Podcasts: Audio Overviews as a private show](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-apple-podcasts) - [NotebookLM to Overcast: Audio Overviews as a private show](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-overcast) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) - [Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro) --- # Use several Google accounts with one extension Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Pro If you keep NotebookLM notebooks in more than one Google account, Ultra Exporter Pro lets the workspace switch between your signed-in accounts. Import targets and tasks stay with the account they belong to. Free works with the account of the current page. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Account switcher in the workspace: Manage connected accounts | | Plan | Pro | | Free | Uses the account of the current NotebookLM page. | | Pro | Switch between your own signed-in NotebookLM accounts. | ## 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: Account switcher in the workspace: Manage connected accounts. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Lists the Google accounts signed in to the browser. - Keeps targets and tasks tied to their account so sources reach the right notebook. - Stops a running operation if the account changes. ## Limits to know - Accounts must already be signed in to Google in that browser. - Removing a saved connection does not sign you out of Google. - To copy a notebook between accounts, use archive and restore. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for multiple accounts? Yes. Switch between your own signed-in NotebookLM accounts. Free: Uses the account of the current NotebookLM page. ### Must the account I paid with match my NotebookLM account? No. The purchase account only identifies your plan. NotebookLM uses whichever Google account is signed in to the browser. ## Related guides - [Restore an archive into a new notebook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/archive-restore) - [How do I move a NotebookLM notebook to another Google account?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/how-to-move-a-notebooklm-notebook-to-another-account) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) - [Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro) - [Privacy and permissions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/privacy-and-permissions) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) --- # Feature toggles: show only the tools you use Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free Every button NotebookLM Ultra Exporter adds to the NotebookLM page can be switched off. Feature toggles in the workspace control the export buttons, the batch and merge buttons in Studio, and the search and organising tools in the Sources panel. Changes apply at once, without reloading. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Feature toggles in the workspace | | Plan | Free | | Free | Included. | | Pro | Included. | ## 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: Feature toggles in the workspace. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Hides or shows individual export buttons. - Turns the Studio batch and merge buttons on or off. - Restores the default set with one click. ## Limits to know - A sub-feature is off when its parent feature is off. - Toggles change what is displayed; they do not change your plan. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for feature toggles? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### The extension clutters my notebook. Can I slim it down? Yes. Turn off everything except the exports you use. NotebookLM updates immediately. ## Related guides - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) - [Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro) - [Privacy and permissions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/privacy-and-permissions) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export) - [Merge notes and reports into one document](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/merged-export) --- # Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free + Pro NotebookLM Ultra Exporter Free covers the basic exports without a quota, 5 Word, PDF, image PowerPoint, long image or video exports per day, 20 source imports per day and one full notebook archive. Pro removes those limits and adds editable slides, merged documents, templates, Anki packages, folder sync, restore and private podcasts. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Account panel of the extension; the pricing page has current prices | | Plan | Free + Pro | | Free | No account needed. Allowances reset at local midnight. | | Pro | Annual or one-time purchase, usable on up to 5 browsers. | ## 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: Account panel of the extension; the pricing page has current prices. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Free: Markdown, LaTeX, text, HTML, JSON, mind maps, flashcard and quiz basics, quick capture and basic imports. - Free limits: 5 items per batch, 10 saved prompts, 1 automation rule, 1 workflow, 3 workflow runs, 1 import recipe, 1 full notebook archive. - Pro: everything unlimited, plus the Pro-only formats and tools. ## Limits to know - Pro does not raise Google limits on sources, notebooks or generation. - Core exports stay free permanently with no trial expiration. - Check the pricing page before buying; prices and offers change. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the Free plan? Not for the basics. Free: No account needed. Allowances reset at local midnight. Pro: Annual or one-time purchase, usable on up to 5 browsers. ### I paid but it still says Free. Why? Sign in to the extension with the Google account you paid with. The plan then syncs by itself. It can differ from the account you use in NotebookLM. ## Related guides - [Is NotebookLM Ultra Exporter free?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/is-notebooklm-ultra-exporter-free) - [What are the free limits in NotebookLM Ultra Exporter?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/what-are-the-free-export-limits) - [Privacy and permissions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/privacy-and-permissions) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) --- # Privacy and permissions Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/privacy-and-permissions Section: Features Last verified: November 2026 Plan: Free NotebookLM Ultra Exporter reads your notebooks through the Google account already signed in to your browser and stores no Google password. Free features work without an extension account. Document conversion runs in the browser, and optional permissions such as tab access are requested only when you use the feature that needs them. ## Quick facts | Item | Detail | | --- | --- | | Where | Requested in context, at the moment a feature needs them | | Plan | Free | | Free | No account required. | | Pro | A Google sign-in to the extension website identifies the purchase only. | ## 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: Requested in context, at the moment a feature needs them. 3. Use it on one item first and check the result before running it on many. ## What it does - Asks for current-tab access the first time you capture a page. - Reads tab addresses once, only when you choose the open-tabs import. - Uses youtube.com access only to show the Add to NotebookLM button. ## Limits to know - Material you import is sent to Google NotebookLM, under your Google terms. - Private podcasts upload the chosen audio to the podcast service so a player can fetch it. - Read the privacy policy on the product site for the authoritative statement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need Pro for the permissions? No. It is part of the free extension and needs no account. ### Is the extension made by Google? No. It is an independent Chrome extension and is not affiliated with Google. ## Related guides - [Is NotebookLM Ultra Exporter safe to use?](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/questions/is-notebooklm-ultra-exporter-safe) - [Use several Google accounts with one extension](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/multiple-accounts) - [Feature toggles: show only the tools you use](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/feature-toggles) - [Ultra Exporter Free vs Pro](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/free-vs-pro) - [Export buttons inside NotebookLM](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/export-buttons) - [Batch export notes, reports and Studio items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/features/batch-export)