How to Use Gemini Notebook Toolkit with Chinese AI Models
Guide to using Gemini Notebook Toolkit with DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, and Doubao for Chinese-language research in Gemini Notebook. 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 and sign in. The extension supports Chinese language interface and content.
Set your language preferences
In Gemini Notebook Toolkit settings, set Chinese (Simplified or Traditional) as your preferred language. This optimizes the capture experience for Chinese AI platforms.
Use Chinese AI platforms
Navigate to DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, or Doubao. Gemini Notebook Toolkit automatically detects these platforms and adds capture buttons.
Capture conversations in Chinese
Click the capture button to save Chinese-language conversations. All characters, formatting, and mixed-language content are preserved perfectly.
Research in Gemini Notebook
Your Chinese-language sources are searchable in Gemini Notebook. Mix Chinese and English sources in the same workspace for multilingual research.
Tips & Tricks
- Gemini Notebook Toolkit supports all Chinese AI platforms: DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, and Doubao
- Mixed Chinese-English conversations are captured with both languages preserved
- Use Gemini Notebook multilingual features to query Chinese sources in English or vice versa
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.