YouTube NotebookLM

Import YouTube videos, playlists, and channels directly into NotebookLM with one click. The ultimate Notebook LM converter for researchers, students, and content creators.

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YouTube NotebookLM Extension

Powerful Features for YouTube NotebookLM

Everything you need to With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series efficiently

With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series — Individual Videos

Import YouTube NotebookLM with a single click. The YouTube NotebookLM extension adds a "NotebookLM" button under every video, allowing you to Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM instantly.

  • One-click video link to notebooklm import for any video
  • Works with lectures, podcasts, tutorials, and live streams
  • Automatic AI-powered analysis and summarization in NotebookLM
  • Organize your research library with Google AI
Add YouTube video to NotebookLM

YouTube NotebookLM lets you upload YouTube playlists and channels — Bulk Import

With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series playlists, channels, and entire course series in one click. The YouTube NotebookLM extension lets you YouTube NotebookLM lets you upload YouTube playlists and channels with bulk import capabilities.

  • Upload YouTube NotebookLM — entire playlists and channels
  • Perfect for students, researchers, and content creators
  • Automatic AI summarization and note generation
  • Save hours of manual link collection and organization
YouTube NotebookLM — import YouTube playlist to NotebookLM

Scanning YouTube Videos, Shorts, Streams — Smart Scanning

Automatically detect and scan YouTube videos, Shorts, and live streams on any webpage. The YouTube NotebookLM extension instantly identifies all embedded videos, letting you download YouTube NotebookLM sources efficiently.

  • Smart detection of YouTube videos, Shorts, and live streams
  • Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM from any website
  • Select multiple videos to With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series at once
  • Works seamlessly across all websites with YouTube content
Scan YouTube videos for NotebookLM

Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM — Multi-Select

Select multiple web video links at once and With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series in bulk. The YouTube NotebookLM extension allows you to Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM dozens of links simultaneously.

  • Multi-select to import video link YouTube NotebookLM in bulk
  • Perfect for comprehensive studies and content curation
  • Organize dozens of YouTube links in one click
  • Save time with large-scale video analysis workflows
Multi-select YouTube links for NotebookLM

About the Workflow

YouTube NotebookLM focuses on clarity and speed for everyday research. When you discover a valuable video, you should not lose momentum switching tabs or copying links. This extension puts an action where you need it most and keeps your flow intact. With a single click you can With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series and pick up the analysis right away.

  • Students use it to capture lectures and labs
  • Creators gather references for content planning
  • Researchers assemble talks and interviews for later review

The workflow is intentionally simple. You land on a video, select the destination project, and the link is saved with essential context. From there NotebookLM helps you generate summaries, ask questions, and map ideas into a format that is easier to study or share. The result is a tidy library of sources that grows with your work instead of scattering across bookmarks and documents.

Bulk import is available when a topic spans a full playlist or a channel. One action moves the entire list, saving hours of repetitive collection. Smart scanning detects embedded players on websites, so you can pull multiple sources from a single article or course page. Multi-select keeps your collections neat by allowing quick additions and quick clean-ups. Together these modes cover both quick wins and deep dives without adding friction.

How to Use YouTube NotebookLM

Three simple steps to transform your research workflow

1

Install Extension

Add our Chrome extension to your browser from the Web Store. Pin it to your toolbar for quick access.

2

Open YouTube or Web Page

Navigate to any YouTube video, playlist, or webpage you want to import into NotebookLM.

3

Click & Import

Click the extension icon, select your project, and watch as your content is instantly added to NotebookLM.

Full Setup Guide

Getting started takes a minute. Install the YouTube NotebookLM Chrome extension, pin it, and open any YouTube page. A new button appears beneath the player and a compact sidebar becomes available on pages with several embeds.

  • Choose a project once and the extension will remember your last selection to speed up the next import
  • If you prefer a clean slate for each task, switch projects in two clicks
  • The extension integrates seamlessly with your existing workflow

A typical session looks like this: browse a topic, With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series for the most relevant video, and immediately open NotebookLM to generate a short summary. If the video is part of a series, switch to the playlist and run a bulk import so the whole set is available for study.

  • For scattered sources on blogs or documentation portals, run a quick scan and pick the parts you truly need
  • The system is intentionally forgiving—add items in stages, remove what does not help, and refine your collection as your understanding improves

Good habits make a difference. Label projects by course, unit, or client. Add a short note when you Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM so future you remembers why the link mattered. After summaries are ready, ask targeted questions to test your understanding and surface gaps. Export highlights to share with peers or to move ideas into scripts, reports, or slides.

Perfect for Your Workflow

Students

Import lecture videos and course materials to NotebookLM instantly. Organize your research with YouTube NotebookLM.

Researchers

Build comprehensive knowledge bases. Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM for faster analysis and citation management.

Content Creators

Curate competitor analysis and trend research. With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series for content planning and ideation.

Why Choose YouTube NotebookLM?

Tired of manually copying YouTube links? Struggling with scattered notes and research chaos? YouTube NotebookLM eliminates the time waste. With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series instantly, organize your sources automatically, and focus on what matters—your research.

  • One-click import— Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM with a single click
  • Automatic organization — your sources are organized automatically
  • Perfect for researchers— anyone who needs to Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM efficiently

Stop wasting time on manual tasks. With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series and transform your research workflow today. Works seamlessly with all NotebookLM projects and requires no setup beyond installation.

What Users Say

Why Users Recommend It

Feedback from early users points to the same theme: the YouTube NotebookLM extension removes small delays that break focus.

  • Students like that they can move from a lecture to structured notes in minutes
  • Researchers appreciate bulk actions for long series and the way imported items align with their project structure
  • Creators mention that idea development is smoother when references live in one place and can be summarized before writing

Another pattern is predictability. People want tools that behave the same way every time. The YouTube NotebookLM extension keeps interactions consistent across videos, playlists, and embedded players. If you have used the button under the player once, you already understand the rest of the product. This lightweight design is intentional and supports long sessions without fatigue.

Finally, teams report better hand-offs. Clear summaries and source links reduce miscommunication, and the single-click With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series avoids missing context in fast-moving projects. The language on this page stays neutral, avoids hype, and reflects how the community actually works with research content.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I import YouTube playlists to NotebookLM?

Install the extension, navigate to any YouTube playlist, and click "Import Playlist". All videos will be sent to NotebookLM automatically.

Can I import entire YouTube channels?

Yes! Visit any YouTube channel page and use the extension to import all videos to NotebookLM in one click.

How do I delete links from my NotebookLM project?

Open the extension, select the links you want to remove, and click "Delete Selected". Changes sync instantly.

Can I create new NotebookLM projects from the extension?

Absolutely! Click "New Project" in the extension, name it, and start importing YouTube NotebookLM immediately.

Does YouTube NotebookLM generate AI summaries?

The extension imports videos to NotebookLM, where NotebookLM's AI automatically generates summaries and insights from your YouTube sources.

Extended Answers

What makes the extension different from bookmarks?

Bookmarks store a URL; this workflow stores a source inside a research space that can be summarized, queried, and exported. Do I need to change how I browse? No. Keep watching on YouTube. When something matters, press the button and continue.

Does it handle Shorts and live streams?

Yes, detection covers standard videos, Shorts, and live streams.

  • Can I control where items go? Yes, select a NotebookLM project or create a new one on the spot
  • Will this slow down my browser? No, the UI is minimal and designed to avoid heavy scripts; most pages feel unchanged

How do I avoid clutter?

  • Use multi-select to batch add and batch remove
  • Label projects clearly and prune weekly
  • How do I use this in a class? With YouTube NotebookLM, import YouTube playlists, channels, and entire series for lectures, generate summaries, and create quick study guides

For research teams, collect talks and interviews, then track claims and counterpoints directly in NotebookLM.

Privacy and Organization

If you prefer privacy, Send videos using YouTube NotebookLM only what you need and keep projects separate by topic. The YouTube NotebookLM extension respects your workflow and gives you full control over your research library.

Install YouTube NotebookLM

Start sending web links to NotebookLM in seconds. No credit card required. Works with all NotebookLM projects.

Install Chrome Extension
YouTube NotebookLM helps you move from viewing to understanding with one click. Import videos, playlists, and channels into NotebookLM, then summarize and organize the material for study, teaching, and creative work. The approach is simple, reliable, and optimized for everyday research tasks.