How to Save YouTube Videos to NotebookLM
Learn how to save YouTube videos with full transcripts to Gemini Notebook using Gemini Notebook Toolkit. The goal is simple: save it once, then use it again inside NotebookLM.
Before you start
- A Chrome, Edge, Brave, or Arc browser
- The Gemini Notebook Toolkit browser extension (free to install)
- A Gemini Notebook Toolkit account (sign up free at notebooktoolkit.com)
- A Google NotebookLM account
Do this
Install Gemini Notebook Toolkit
Add the Gemini Notebook Toolkit extension from the Chrome Web Store and sign in.
Find a YouTube video
Navigate to any YouTube video you want to save. The Gemini Notebook Toolkit button appears below the video player.
Click capture
Click the Gemini Notebook Toolkit button. The extension extracts the video title, description, channel info, and full transcript with timestamps.
Choose workspace and save
Select your target Gemini Notebook workspace. The full transcript becomes a searchable source document.
Query the video in Gemini Notebook
In Gemini Notebook, you can now ask questions about the video content, generate summaries, or cross-reference with other sources.
Tips & Tricks
- Videos without transcripts use auto-generated captions when available
- Timestamps are preserved so you can jump to specific parts of the video
- Save entire playlists by capturing each video — great for course content
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a paid plan to follow this guide?
No. The basic capture functionality described in this guide is available on the free plan. The Pro plan adds unlimited capture, workspace routing, and batch operations.
Which browsers are supported?
Gemini Notebook Toolkit works on Google Chrome and all Chromium-based browsers including Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Arc. Firefox support is planned.
How long does it take to set up?
Installation takes under a minute. Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store, sign in, and you are ready to capture. The entire process from installation to your first saved source takes about 60 seconds.
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Ready to get started?
Follow this once, then the flow will feel obvious every time after.