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- I Tried NotebookLM
Your notes are about to get a massive upgrade. Seriously, imagine a notebook that doesn’t just store your information but actually helps you understand it.
I was scrolling LinkedIn when a post about Google’s NotebookLM completely stopped me in my tracks. This industry pro shared an awesome breakdown of how this tool turns your documents into a personal AI assistant, and I was blown away by the possibilities!
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Essentially, you give NotebookLM your sources, like PDFs, Google Docs, or text files, and it uses only that information to answer your questions. It’s like having a private expert who has only read your specific material.
What It Creates from Your Docs
The post’s author highlights that once you’ve uploaded your sources, the tool can generate some incredible study aids on demand. You can ask it to create:
An audio podcast summarizing the key points.
A quick explainer video script.
A visual mind map of the concepts.
Custom reports based on the data.
A set of flashcards for studying.
A quiz to test your knowledge.
The Good & The Not-So-Good
This contributor provided a super helpful, balanced look at the tool’s strengths and weaknesses. Here’s the rundown:
Pros: It sticks to your sources, which means fewer AI hallucinations. It’s fast at summarizing, can create audio overviews, and connects ideas across multiple documents. Plus, it’s free.
Cons: Exporting and formatting options are limited. It can struggle with messy PDFs or images, and you still need to double-check its claims. It also doesn’t integrate well with other tools yet.
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Quick Tips for Best Results
To get the most out of it, the creator recommends following a few simple rules. These are my favorites from the list:
Always upload clean, relevant source material. Garbage in, garbage out.
Ask clear, specific questions instead of vague ones.
Organize your work into different notebooks for each topic.
Most importantly, cross-check the AI’s outputs with your original sources. Don’t trust it blindly.
For a detailed guide on how to get started and a full list of Do’s and Don’ts, definitely check out the original post.
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