# NotebookLM Ultra Exporter — Prompts guides

> Copy-ready NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) prompts for literature reviews, study guides, meeting notes, product research and writing, each grounded in your own sources.

Section index: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts
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# NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when the papers are loaded and you need a structure before drafting. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | At least five papers on one question. It works best when each paper is a separate source. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Act as a research assistant preparing a literature review on [TOPIC].
1. Group the sources into 3 to 6 themes. Name each theme in a few words.
2. For each theme, list the sources that support it and the sources that qualify or contradict it.
3. Propose a section outline that follows the themes, with one sentence on what each section should argue.
4. List questions the sources leave open.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the outline to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word).

## Adapt it

- Replace themes with methods, populations or time periods if that is how your field organises reviews.
- Ask for the outline as a table to export it to a spreadsheet.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the literature review outline prompt?

At least five papers on one question. It works best when each paper is a separate source.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word)
- [NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt)

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# NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to compare many studies on the same dimensions in one table. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Empirical papers with methods and results sections. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Build an evidence matrix as a table with one row per source and these columns:
Source | Research question | Design and method | Sample or data | Main finding | Stated limitations | Relevance to [MY QUESTION]
Keep each cell under 30 words. Write "not reported" where a source does not state something. Do not infer sample sizes or effect sizes.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the table to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel).

## Adapt it

- Add columns your field needs, such as country, year of data or measurement instrument.
- Generate it as a Studio data table to export it directly.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the research evidence matrix prompt?

Empirical papers with methods and results sections.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel)
- [NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when you need to justify a new study or thesis chapter. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | A set of papers that represents the area you are reviewing. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
From these sources only, identify gaps in the following categories:
- Populations or contexts no source studies
- Methods that are absent or rare
- Findings that conflict and are not resolved
- Limitations that several authors name themselves
For each gap, cite the sources that reveal it and say how confident you are that it is a real gap in this collection.
Finish with a reminder that these are gaps in this set of sources, not necessarily in the field.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the answer to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown).

## Adapt it

- Add "future work the authors propose" as a category.
- Ask for three research questions that would address the strongest gap.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the find research gaps in your sources prompt?

A set of papers that represents the area you are reviewing.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown)
- [NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt)

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# NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to check a draft, a pitch or an article before it goes out. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Your draft as one source and the supporting documents as the others. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Audit the draft titled [DRAFT SOURCE NAME] against the other sources.
List every factual claim in the draft. For each one give:
Claim | Supporting passage and source | Verdict
Use these verdicts: Supported, Partly supported, Not found in sources, Contradicted.
Quote the supporting passage in 25 words or fewer. Do not judge style.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the audit to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Limit the audit to numbers and dates for a fast first pass.
- Ask for a rewritten version of each claim marked Partly supported.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the audit a claim against the evidence prompt?

Your draft as one source and the supporting documents as the others.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM chat history to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when studies reach different results and you suspect the methods explain why. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Papers that study the same phenomenon. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Compare how the sources study [PHENOMENON].
For each source describe: how the key variable is defined and measured, the design, the sample, and the analysis.
Then explain which differences in method could account for differences in findings. Mark each explanation as stated by an author or as your inference.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to LaTeX](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-latex).

## Adapt it

- Ask whether results are comparable at all, and why or why not.
- Request a one-paragraph summary for a methods section.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the compare methods across papers prompt?

Papers that study the same phenomenon.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to LaTeX](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-latex)
- [NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: map consensus and debate

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/consensus-vs-debate-map-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to see what a literature treats as settled and what it still argues about. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Sources from more than one author group or viewpoint. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Sort the main claims in these sources into three lists:
A. Agreement: claims most sources make, with the sources.
B. Difference of emphasis: claims that vary in scope or wording but do not conflict.
C. Genuine disagreement: claims that cannot both be true, with each side and its sources.
Do not create balance where the sources are one-sided. Say so instead.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export a mind map to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/mind-map-to-markdown).

## Adapt it

- Turn list C into a mind map for a seminar.
- Ask what evidence would settle each disagreement.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the map consensus and debate prompt?

Sources from more than one author group or viewpoint.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM mind maps to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/mind-map-to-markdown)
- [NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: check bias and limitations

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/bias-and-limitations-check-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it before you rely on a study or report for a decision. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The full text of the study, not only the abstract. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
For each source, list:
1. Limitations the authors state themselves.
2. Possible sources of bias in sampling, measurement or funding that the text reveals.
3. Conclusions that go further than the reported evidence.
Separate what the authors say from what you infer, and keep your inferences cautious.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word).

## Adapt it

- Add a column for how each limitation affects your own use of the finding.
- Run it on a single source for a deeper read.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the check bias and limitations prompt?

The full text of the study, not only the abstract.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: explain a paper in plain language

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/explain-a-paper-in-plain-language-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to brief a colleague or to check your own understanding of a dense paper. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | One paper, selected as the only active source. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Explain this paper to an intelligent reader outside the field in 200 words.
Cover: the question, what the authors did, what they found, and how sure they are.
Then list three terms a newcomer needs, each defined in one sentence as the paper uses it.
Keep the qualifications the authors make. Do not turn "suggests" into "proves".

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Change the reader: a manager, a first-year student, a journalist.
- Ask for an analogy, labelled as an analogy.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the explain a paper in plain language prompt?

One paper, selected as the only active source.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: literature review outline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/literature-review-outline-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: research evidence matrix](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-evidence-matrix-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: find research gaps in your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/research-gap-finder-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: audit a claim against the evidence](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/claim-and-evidence-audit-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare methods across papers](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/compare-methods-across-papers-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it at the start of revision to turn course material into one structured guide. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Lecture notes, slides or textbook chapters for one unit. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Create a study guide for [COURSE OR UNIT].
Sections: key concepts with one-sentence definitions; how the concepts connect; worked examples taken from the sources; common confusions; ten short-answer questions with answers.
Order the concepts so that each builds on the one before.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the guide to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Ask for the guide at two levels: first pass and exam week.
- Generate it as a Studio report to export it directly.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the study guide from your sources prompt?

Lecture notes, slides or textbook chapters for one unit.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM reports to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when you want questions that test understanding rather than recall. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The material the exam covers, and a past paper if you have one. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write 12 practice questions on [TOPIC] in the style of [EXAM OR LEVEL].
Mix: 4 recall, 4 application to a new situation, 4 that ask me to compare or evaluate.
After the questions, give a separate answer section with the reasoning and the source for each answer.
Do not reuse wording from the sources in the questions.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export a quiz for offline practice](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/quiz-to-offline-html).

## Adapt it

- Paste a past question as a style example.
- Ask for a marking scheme with points per step.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the exam practice questions prompt?

The material the exam covers, and a past paper if you have one.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM quizzes to an offline practice page](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/quiz-to-offline-html)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when a definition is not enough and you need to see how an idea works. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Sources that explain the concept, ideally with an example. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Explain [CONCEPT] as these sources present it.
1. One-sentence definition.
2. Why it matters in this subject.
3. A step-by-step example from the sources.
4. What it is often confused with, and how to tell them apart.
5. One question to test whether I understood.
Mark any analogy you add as your own.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown).

## Adapt it

- Add "explain it again assuming I know [PRIOR TOPIC]".
- Ask for the explanation as a short script for an Audio Overview.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the explain a difficult concept prompt?

Sources that explain the concept, ideally with an example.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown)
- [NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to steer flashcard generation toward one fact per card. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Focused material: one lecture or chapter gives better cards than a whole course. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Create flashcards on [TOPIC] following these rules:
- One idea per card. Split lists into separate cards.
- The front is a question, not a heading.
- The back is under 25 words.
- Include application cards: "What happens if...?", "How would you tell X from Y?"
- Skip trivia that the sources mention only in passing.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export flashcards to Anki](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/flashcards-to-anki).

## Adapt it

- Paste the rules into the customise box when you generate flashcards in Studio.
- Ask for cloze-style wording if you study that way in Anki.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the better flashcards prompt?

Focused material: one lecture or chapter gives better cards than a whole course.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM flashcards to Anki](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/flashcards-to-anki)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when the exam date is fixed and the material is larger than the time left. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The syllabus or list of topics, plus the course material. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
I have [HOURS] hours over [DAYS] days to prepare for [EXAM].
Using the syllabus and the sources, build a plan as a table: Day | Topics | What to do | Self-test.
Put topics that others depend on first. Reserve the last 20 percent of the time for mixed practice.
List topics the sources cover thinly so I can find other material.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the plan to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel).

## Adapt it

- State which topics you already know to shorten them.
- Ask for a version in 25-minute blocks.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the study plan for the time you have prompt?

The syllabus or list of topics, plus the course material.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel)
- [NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: teach-back check

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/teach-back-check-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it after studying: you explain, and NotebookLM checks you against the sources. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The material you just studied. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
I will explain [TOPIC] in my own words below. Compare my explanation with the sources.
Tell me: what I got right; what is wrong, with the correct version and its source; what I left out that matters.
Do not rewrite my explanation. Ask me one follow-up question at a time.

My explanation: [PASTE HERE]

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the conversation to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-markdown).

## Adapt it

- Ask it to grade strictly, as an examiner would.
- Repeat a week later without looking at your notes.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the teach-back check prompt?

The material you just studied.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM chat history to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/chat-history-to-markdown)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study guide from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-guide-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: exam practice questions](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/exam-practice-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: explain a difficult concept](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/concept-explainer-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: better flashcards](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/flashcard-generation-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: study plan for the time you have](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/study-plan-by-time-budget-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: lesson plan from teaching materials

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/lesson-plan-from-sources-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to turn a chapter or unit document into a timed lesson. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The teaching material and, if available, the curriculum standard. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Plan a [LENGTH]-minute lesson on [TOPIC] for [LEARNERS].
Include: 2 to 3 learning goals; a starter that checks prior knowledge; a timed sequence of activities; questions to ask at each stage; a short exit task aligned to the goals.
Use examples from the sources and say which source each comes from.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the plan to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word).

## Adapt it

- Ask for a version with more support and a version with more challenge.
- Generate slides from the plan afterwards.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the lesson plan from teaching materials prompt?

The teaching material and, if available, the curriculum standard.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word)
- [NotebookLM prompt: discussion questions tied to the text](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/classroom-discussion-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: quiz aligned to learning goals](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/quiz-aligned-to-learning-goals-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: discussion questions tied to the text

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/classroom-discussion-questions-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to prepare a seminar, a class discussion or a book club. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The text under discussion. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write 10 discussion questions on [TEXT OR CHAPTER].
Three that check understanding, four that ask for interpretation with evidence, three that connect the text to [WIDER THEME].
After each question, give the passage a participant could point to. Avoid questions with a single correct answer.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export a discussion sheet to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Ask for a possible strong answer and a common weak answer to each.
- Reduce to five for a 30-minute session.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the discussion questions tied to the text prompt?

The text under discussion.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: quiz aligned to learning goals](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/quiz-aligned-to-learning-goals-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: lesson plan from teaching materials](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/lesson-plan-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: quiz aligned to learning goals

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/quiz-aligned-to-learning-goals-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when a generated quiz must test the goals of the lesson, not random details. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The lesson material and the learning goals written out. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Learning goals:
[PASTE GOALS]

Write a multiple-choice quiz with [N] questions. For each question state which goal it tests.
Each question has four options, one correct. Wrong options must reflect real misunderstandings, not jokes.
Give a one-sentence explanation of the correct answer with its source. Cover every goal at least once.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the quiz to Moodle](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/quiz-to-moodle-gift).

## Adapt it

- Paste the goals into the customise box when generating a quiz in Studio.
- Ask for two parallel versions for a retake.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the quiz aligned to learning goals prompt?

The lesson material and the learning goals written out.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM quizzes to Moodle GIFT](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/quiz-to-moodle-gift)
- [NotebookLM prompt: lesson plan from teaching materials](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/lesson-plan-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: discussion questions tied to the text](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/classroom-discussion-questions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it right after a meeting, on the transcript. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The meeting transcript, and the agenda if you have it. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
From the transcript, extract:
1. Decisions made, each in one sentence.
2. Action items as a table: Action | Owner | Deadline | Quote that shows the commitment.
3. Open questions that were raised and not answered.
Include only commitments someone actually stated. Write "not stated" for a missing owner or deadline. Do not assign them yourself.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word).

## Adapt it

- Add "risks and blockers mentioned".
- Ask for a two-minute summary for people who did not attend.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the meeting decisions and action items prompt?

The meeting transcript, and the agenda if you have it.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to turn a long document set into an update a busy reader finishes. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The project documents, reports or meeting notes for the period. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write an update for [AUDIENCE] covering [PERIOD].
Structure: the headline in one sentence; three things that changed; decisions needed from the reader, with the deadline; risks, each with its evidence; what happens next.
Maximum 250 words. Lead with conclusions. Keep the qualifications that affect a decision.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Google Docs via Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-google-docs).

## Adapt it

- Write a second version for a technical audience.
- Ask what the reader is likely to ask next.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the summary for stakeholders prompt?

The project documents, reports or meeting notes for the period.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [NotebookLM to Google Docs: beyond the built-in export](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-google-docs)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to synthesise interviews, tickets or survey comments. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Feedback as text, ideally one interview or export per source. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Group the feedback into themes. For each theme give:
Theme | What customers say | How many sources mention it | Two representative quotes with source | What is not clear yet
Keep quotes exact. Keep observations and your own hypotheses in separate columns. Do not rank themes by importance unless the sources give a basis.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the table to CSV](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-csv).

## Adapt it

- Split by segment or plan if the sources record it.
- Ask which themes appear in only one source.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the customer feedback themes prompt?

Feedback as text, ideally one interview or export per source.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to CSV](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-csv)
- [NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when you want motivations and triggers rather than feature requests. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Interview transcripts. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
From the interviews, extract jobs to be done. For each job:
When [SITUATION], I want to [MOTIVATION], so I can [OUTCOME].
Add: the trigger that started the search, what they used before, the friction they met, and the quote that supports each part.
Merge jobs only when the situation and outcome are the same.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Notion as Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-notion).

## Adapt it

- Ask which jobs your product does not serve today.
- Request a mind map of jobs by situation.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the jobs to be done from interviews prompt?

Interview transcripts.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [NotebookLM to Notion: notes, reports and tables](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-notion)
- [NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it at project start or before a go/no-go decision. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Project plans, contracts, incident notes or status reports. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Build a risk register from the sources as a table:
Risk | Evidence and source | Area affected | Mitigation already documented | Open question
Include only risks the sources support. Do not invent probabilities, scores or owners. Flag risks that appear in more than one source.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the register to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel).

## Adapt it

- Add a column for the date of the evidence.
- Ask which assumptions in the plan have no supporting document.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the evidence-linked risk register prompt?

Project plans, contracts, incident notes or status reports.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel)
- [NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: traceable decision record

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/decision-record-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to document why a decision was made, for people who join later. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The discussion threads, proposals and meeting notes behind the decision. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write a decision record for [DECISION].
Sections: context; the options considered; the criteria that were used; the decision; consequences accepted; what was left open.
Cite the source for each option and criterion. Where the sources do not record a reason, write "reason not recorded" rather than supplying one.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to GitHub as Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-github).

## Adapt it

- Use your team ADR template headings.
- Ask what would cause the decision to be revisited.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the traceable decision record prompt?

The discussion threads, proposals and meeting notes behind the decision.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [NotebookLM to GitHub: Markdown docs in a repository](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-github)
- [NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: onboarding FAQ from a handbook

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/onboarding-faq-from-handbook-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to turn policies and manuals into answers a new hire can find. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The handbook or procedures, with version or date. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write an FAQ for a new [ROLE] based on the handbook.
Cover the first day, the first week, tools and access, who to ask, and the rules people most often get wrong.
Each answer: two to four sentences, the section it comes from, and "ask your manager" where the handbook leaves a choice to a person.
List questions a new hire would ask that the handbook does not answer.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the FAQ to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Ask for a version per department.
- Generate an Audio Overview from the FAQ for a first-day briefing.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the onboarding FAQ from a handbook prompt?

The handbook or procedures, with version or date.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM reports to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/reports-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: release notes from change records

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/release-notes-from-change-records-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to draft release notes from tickets, changelogs or pull request text. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The change records for the release. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Draft release notes for [VERSION] from the change records.
Sections: New, Improved, Fixed, Known issues.
One line per change, written for users, with the record it comes from.
Separate what shipped from what is planned. Leave out internal refactoring unless it changes behaviour.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown).

## Adapt it

- Add an upgrade note for breaking changes.
- Ask for a three-sentence announcement.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the release notes from change records prompt?

The change records for the release.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-markdown)
- [NotebookLM prompt: meeting decisions and action items](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/meeting-decisions-and-actions-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: summary for stakeholders](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/stakeholder-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: customer feedback themes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/customer-feedback-themes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: jobs to be done from interviews](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/jobs-to-be-done-from-interviews-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: evidence-linked risk register](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/risk-register-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it before drafting, to get a structure where every section has evidence. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Your research material for the piece. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Outline an article on [TOPIC] for [READER] with the working argument: [ARGUMENT].
For each section give: the point it makes, the evidence from the sources, and what is still missing.
Suggest an opening that states what is at stake. Mark any section whose only support is one source.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the outline to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word).

## Adapt it

- Ask for two alternative structures and their trade-offs.
- Request counter-arguments the sources contain.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the article outline from sources prompt?

Your research material for the piece.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to Word](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-word)
- [NotebookLM prompt: executive summary](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: executive summary

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it once the full document exists and needs a tight front page. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | The finished report or the documents it rests on. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Write an executive summary of [DOCUMENT] in 150 words.
Order: the conclusion, the three findings that support it, the recommendation, the main uncertainty.
Use numbers with their units and dates. Do not add findings that are not in the document.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf).

## Adapt it

- Produce a one-sentence version and a 300-word version.
- Ask for an abstract in the style of [JOURNAL].

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the executive summary prompt?

The finished report or the documents it rests on.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM notes to PDF](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/notes-to-pdf)
- [NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to turn reading into small notes for Obsidian, Logseq or a card index. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | One book, paper or long article at a time. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Extract 8 to 12 atomic notes from [SOURCE].
Each note: a title that states the idea as a claim; 2 to 4 sentences in plain words; the source and location; two other notes in this set it connects to.
One idea per note. Leave out summary notes of whole chapters.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export to Obsidian as Markdown](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-obsidian).

## Adapt it

- Ask for titles in a format your vault uses.
- Request Markdown with wiki-links between the notes.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the Zettelkasten notes prompt?

One book, paper or long article at a time.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [NotebookLM to Obsidian: notes, chats and whole notebooks](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-obsidian)
- [NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: executive summary](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it for history, case files, incident reviews and biographies. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Sources that contain dated events. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Build a timeline of [SUBJECT] as a table: Date | Event | Source and passage.
Keep the precision of the original: if a source says "spring 1998", do not turn it into a day.
Where sources give different dates for one event, show both. Do not state that one event caused another unless a source does.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the timeline to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel).

## Adapt it

- Limit to a period or a person.
- Generate an infographic from the finished table.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the verifiable timeline prompt?

Sources that contain dated events.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to Excel](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-excel)
- [NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: executive summary](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it when starting in a new field or aligning terms across a team. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | Documents that use the specialist vocabulary. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Build a glossary of the 20 most important terms in these sources.
Term | Definition as used here | Source | Terms it is easily confused with
Where authors define a term differently, keep both definitions and name the authors. Do not merge them into one.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the glossary to CSV](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-csv).

## Adapt it

- Ask for the terms a beginner should learn first.
- Turn the glossary into flashcards.

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the glossary from your sources prompt?

Documents that use the specialist vocabulary.

### Does this prompt work in Gemini Notebook?

Yes. Gemini Notebook is the new name of NotebookLM since July 16, 2026. The chat works the same way: it answers from the sources you select.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

## Related guides

- [Export NotebookLM data tables to CSV](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/export/data-tables-to-csv)
- [NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: executive summary](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt)

---

# NotebookLM prompt: compare sources in a table

Source: https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/source-comparison-table-prompt  
Section: Prompts  
Last verified: November 2026  
Plan: Free

Use it to compare products, vendors, policies or reports on fixed dimensions. Paste the prompt below into the NotebookLM (Gemini Notebook) chat and replace the parts in square brackets. It tells NotebookLM to answer only from your sources, cite them and flag what they do not cover.

## Quick facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Works in | NotebookLM / Gemini Notebook chat, and the customise box of Studio items |
| Sources needed | One source per item being compared. |
| Cost | Free to copy. Saving it in the extension is free for up to 10 plain prompts. |

## The prompt

```text
Compare the sources on these dimensions: [DIMENSION 1], [DIMENSION 2], [DIMENSION 3], [DIMENSION 4].
One row per source. Keep each number with its unit, date and what it measures.
Write "not stated" for empty cells. Under the table, list differences in how the sources define the dimensions.

Use only the sources in this notebook. Cite the source for every claim. If the sources do not cover something, say "not covered in the sources" instead of filling the gap.
```

## How to use it

1. Open the notebook and tick only the sources this question is about.
2. Paste the prompt into the chat and replace every part in [SQUARE BRACKETS].
3. Open two or three citations in the answer to confirm they say what the answer claims.
4. Save the answer as a note, then keep it: [Export the table to Google Sheets](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-google-sheets).

## Adapt it

- Add a row of "what to verify" per item.
- Ask for the three differences that matter most for [DECISION].

> NotebookLM can misread or over-generalise a source. A prompt reduces that; it does not remove it. Check cited passages before you rely on an answer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What should be in the notebook before I use the compare sources in a table prompt?

One source per item being compared.

### How do I save this prompt in NotebookLM?

NotebookLM has no prompt library of its own. With NotebookLM Ultra Exporter you can save it to My prompts and insert it in the chat box by typing /. Free saves 10 plain prompts; variable templates, folders and backup need Pro.

### Why does the prompt ask NotebookLM to say what is not covered?

Because a grounded tool is most useful when it shows the edges of your sources. An explicit instruction to flag gaps reduces confident answers that the sources do not support.

## Related guides

- [NotebookLM to Google Sheets: tables, flashcards and quiz data](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/integrations/notebooklm-to-google-sheets)
- [NotebookLM prompt: article outline from sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/article-outline-from-sources-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: executive summary](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/executive-summary-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: Zettelkasten notes](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/zettelkasten-notes-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: verifiable timeline](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/timeline-extraction-prompt)
- [NotebookLM prompt: glossary from your sources](https://nlmexporter.com/guides/prompts/glossary-from-sources-prompt)