These are 22 complete, paste-ready prompts for NotebookLM, Google's source-grounded tool built on Gemini 3. You add the raw material — a report, a webinar recording, a YouTube video, a transcript, or your past blog posts — and NotebookLM reshapes it into new content that stays grounded only in those sources, with inline citations you can click. It won't invent facts or quotes, which is exactly what you want when repurposing: the same information, in a new format, still accurate.

Every prompt below tells NotebookLM to stay grounded in the sources, keep facts and quotes exact, and cite. Add your source, paste the prompt into chat (or send it to Studio for the audio, video, and slide artifacts), and fill in the bracketed [topic], [audience], and [brand voice] details.

New to the tool? Start with the best NotebookLM prompts roundup, then keep the NotebookLM prompt cheat sheet open while you work and browse the fill-in-the-blank templates when you want a reusable skeleton.

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Long-form: blogs, articles & guides

Turn a dense source into readable long-form. These prompts pull structure and evidence straight from the material, so the draft stays accurate and every claim traces back to a citation you can verify.

1. Blog Post from a Report

Using only the sources in this notebook, write a 1,000-word blog post about [topic] for [audience]. Base every point strictly on the report — do not add facts, stats, or examples that aren't in the sources. Write in a [brand voice, e.g. plain and direct] voice. Structure: a hook that leads with the single most useful finding, 4-5 subheadings, and a short takeaway. Keep every statistic and quote exactly as it appears in the source and add an inline citation after each one. At the end, list the specific findings you used so I can verify them.

Why it works: It fixes the length, audience, and structure while the "do not add facts" rule and per-claim citations keep the post grounded in the report rather than padded with invented detail.

2. How-To Guide from a Transcript

From this transcript only, write a step-by-step how-to guide on [task] for [audience]. Pull the steps in the exact order the speaker describes them, and don't invent steps that aren't in the transcript. For each step give a clear heading, what to do, and any tip or warning the speaker actually mentions, with an inline citation to where it's said. Use a [brand voice] tone. If the transcript skips a step or is unclear about one, say so rather than filling the gap. End with a short "What to watch out for" list drawn only from the source.

Best for: Converting a tutorial webinar or workshop recording into an evergreen guide — the "say so rather than filling the gap" line stops it from smoothing over missing steps.

3. Pillar-Page Outline

Using all the sources in this notebook, build a detailed pillar-page outline on [topic] for [audience]. Identify the main subtopics the sources actually cover and organize them into H2 and H3 sections, ordered logically. Under each section, note the key points and any supporting stat or quote from the sources, with an inline citation. Flag subtopics the sources cover thinly so I know where to add material. Suggest 5-8 internal subtopics that could each become their own linked article. Keep everything grounded in the sources — don't outline points the material doesn't support.

Why it works: It maps your existing sources onto a real content architecture and shows you the gaps, so the pillar page is planned around what you can actually back up.

4. FAQ Page from Your Sources

From the sources only, generate an FAQ page on [topic] for [audience]. Write 8-10 real questions a [audience] member would ask, based on what the sources address, and answer each in 3-4 sentences using only information from the material. Add an inline citation to each answer. Keep quotes and numbers exact. Use a [brand voice] tone. If a common question isn't answered by the sources, list it separately under "Questions the sources don't cover" instead of guessing an answer.

Best for: A support or SEO FAQ built from a report or documentation — Studio's FAQ generator does a fast version, but this chat prompt gives you tone and audience control.

5. Case Study from Source Material

Using only the sources, write a case study about [company/project] for [audience]. Follow this structure: the challenge, the approach, what was done, and the results. Use only facts, figures, and quotes found in the sources, with an inline citation after each, and keep all numbers and quotes exact. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Do not exaggerate outcomes or add results the sources don't state. If a key detail like a metric or timeline is missing, note it as "[detail not in sources]" so I can confirm it before publishing.

Why it works: Case studies live and die on accurate numbers — forcing exact figures, citations, and explicit gaps keeps the story honest and easy to fact-check with the client.

Email & newsletter

Reshape the same sources into inbox-ready formats. These prompts keep the facts intact while adapting length and hook for email, so a report becomes an issue readers actually open.

6. Newsletter Issue from Sources

Using only the sources in this notebook, write a single newsletter issue on [topic] for [audience]. Start with a 2-sentence intro that gives the reader one reason to keep reading, then cover the 3-4 most important takeaways from the sources, each as a short section with a bold lead line. Keep all stats and quotes exact and cite each inline. Write in a [brand voice] tone. End with one clear takeaway and a line inviting a reply. Base everything strictly on the sources — no outside facts.

Best for: Turning this week's report or research into a ready-to-send issue — the bold lead lines make it skimmable in the inbox.

7. Digest of a Long Report

From the report in this notebook only, write a concise email digest for [audience] who won't read the full report. Give a 3-sentence overview, then 5-7 bullet points covering the most important findings in plain language, each with the exact figure and an inline citation. Add a one-line "Why it matters" after the bullets, grounded only in what the report says. Keep it under 250 words. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Don't add analysis or predictions the report doesn't make.

Why it works: The word cap and the exact-figure rule force a tight, faithful summary — the kind busy readers forward instead of the full PDF.

8. Drip-Sequence Outline

Using only the sources, outline a [number]-email drip sequence on [topic] for [audience]. Break the material into one focused theme per email, ordered so each builds on the last. For each email give: a subject line, the single takeaway, the 2-3 supporting points from the sources (with inline citations), and a one-line call to action. Keep all facts and quotes exact and grounded in the sources. Write subject lines and CTAs in a [brand voice] tone. If the sources don't have enough for the number of emails I asked for, tell me how many they can realistically support.

Best for: Building a nurture or onboarding sequence from one substantial source — it sequences the material so each email teaches one thing.

9. Subject Lines and Hooks

From the sources only, write 15 email subject lines and 5 opening hooks for content about [topic] aimed at [audience]. Base each one on a real finding, stat, or quote from the sources — no clickbait that the material can't deliver on. Note the specific source point behind each subject line so I can check it. Vary the angles: curiosity, a concrete number, a direct benefit, and a contrarian take where the sources support one. Keep numbers exact. Write them in a [brand voice] tone.

Why it works: Tying every subject line to a real source point means the hook matches the payload — you won't promise a number the article doesn't have.

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Social media

One source becomes a week of posts. These prompts pull the most shareable points from your material and format them per platform, keeping every stat and quote exactly as the source states it.

10. LinkedIn Post from a Source

Using only the sources, write a LinkedIn post about [topic] for [audience]. Open with a strong first line that stands alone in the feed, then share one clear insight from the sources with a supporting stat or quote kept exact. Use short lines and white space. End with a question that invites comments. Keep it under 200 words, grounded strictly in the sources, and note the source point behind the main claim so I can verify it. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Don't add hashtags unless I ask.

Best for: Daily thought-leadership posts mined from a report or talk — the stand-alone first line is what stops the scroll.

11. X/Twitter Thread from a Report

From the sources only, write an 8-tweet thread on [topic] for [audience]. Tweet 1 is the hook with the most striking finding from the sources. The middle tweets each make one point backed by an exact stat or quote from the material. The last tweet is a takeaway. Keep every tweet under 280 characters and keep all numbers and quotes exact. Note the source point behind each tweet so I can check it before posting. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Don't invent stats to make a point punchier.

Why it works: Numbering the tweets and requiring exact stats gives you a thread that's punchy but still traceable back to the report line by line.

12. Carousel Outline

Using only the sources, outline a [number]-slide carousel (for LinkedIn or Instagram) on [topic] for [audience]. Slide 1 is a cover with a hook; the last slide is a takeaway plus a call to action. Each middle slide covers one idea from the sources with a headline and one line of supporting text, keeping any stat or quote exact and noting its source. Keep text per slide short enough to fit a graphic. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Base every slide on the sources — flag any slide where the material is thin.

Best for: Repackaging a report into a swipeable carousel — the one-idea-per-slide rule keeps each frame designable.

13. Short-Video Script from a Webinar

From this webinar transcript only, write a 45-second short-video script (for Reels, Shorts, or TikTok) on the single best insight for [audience]. Open with a 3-second hook, deliver the one point clearly using the speaker's actual claims, and close with a takeaway. Keep any stat or quote exact and cite where in the transcript it comes from. Add simple on-screen text suggestions in brackets. Write the spoken lines in a [brand voice] tone. Keep it to what the webinar actually covers — don't add claims that weren't said.

Why it works: A webinar has dozens of clippable moments; asking for the single best insight plus a 3-second hook gives you a script that fits the format instead of a rambling recap.

14. Quote Cards and Pull-Quotes

From the sources only, pull the 10 most shareable quotes or lines about [topic] for [audience] to use as quote cards. Quote each one word-for-word — do not paraphrase or clean up the wording — and give an inline citation showing exactly where it appears. Skip anything taken out of context that would mislead. For each, add a one-line note on why it stands alone well. If a strong idea is only implied and never stated as a clean quote, leave it out rather than fabricating a quote.

Best for: Graphics and pull-quotes — the word-for-word rule and citation mean you can drop each quote on a card without misquoting your own source.

Decks, docs & visuals

Move the same material into presentation and reference formats. NotebookLM Studio generates Slide Decks, Data Tables, and Infographics directly; these prompts steer the audience, angle, and structure so the artifact fits your use.

15. Slide Deck Outline

Using only the sources, create a 10-slide deck outline on [topic] for [audience]. Structure: title, the problem, why it matters now, 4-5 key findings each backed by an exact stat or quote from the sources, implications, and next steps. Give each slide a headline and 3-4 bullets, and note the source citation on any slide that states a fact or number. Keep numbers and quotes exact. Write in a [brand voice] tone. End with a Sources slide listing every citation used. Base every slide strictly on the material. (Tip: send this to Studio to generate the actual Slide Deck once the outline looks right.)

Why it works: It builds a defensible narrative arc first, with a citation on every fact slide, so the generated deck is presentation-ready and easy to fact-check.

16. One-Page Brief

From the sources only, write a one-page briefing document on [topic] for [audience]. Include: a 2-sentence summary, the key facts and figures (each exact, with an inline citation), the main implications the sources support, and 3 recommended actions grounded in the material. Keep it to bullets someone can skim in two minutes. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Flag anywhere the sources are thin or silent instead of filling in. Don't add outside context. (Studio's Briefing Doc format works too — use this when you want tighter control of scope.)

Best for: A leave-behind or exec summary distilled from a longer source — the two-minute skim target keeps it genuinely one page.

17. Data Table of Key Stats

From the sources only, build a data table of the key statistics about [topic]. Columns: Statistic | Exact figure | What it measures | Source citation | Date or period. Include every meaningful number the sources state, quote each figure exactly, and leave a cell blank rather than guessing when a detail isn't given. Do not calculate or infer numbers the sources don't provide. Order rows from most to least important for [audience]. (Studio can generate this as a Data Table — use this prompt to control exactly which stats and columns you want.)

Why it works: The "leave a cell blank rather than guessing" and "don't calculate numbers the sources don't provide" rules stop the classic error of a table that looks authoritative but contains invented figures.

18. Infographic Content Outline

Using only the sources, write the content for an infographic on [topic] for [audience]. Give it a title, 5-7 data points or facts that would visualize well (each an exact figure or short fact with an inline citation), a suggested visual for each (bar, icon stat, timeline, etc.), and a one-line footer takeaway. Keep every number exact and grounded in the sources. Skip any point the material doesn't clearly support. Write labels in a [brand voice] tone. (NotebookLM Studio can generate an Infographic directly — use this to plan the exact stats and story first.)

Best for: Planning an infographic before you generate or design it — you get the exact stats and a visual suggestion for each, all cited.

Audio & video repurposing

Turn a source into a podcast, an explainer, or show notes. For the Audio and Video Overviews, paste the focus prompt into Studio's "What should the AI hosts focus on?" box; the last two are chat prompts that work from a transcript or YouTube link.

19. Audio Overview Podcast Focus

Focus the Audio Overview on turning [report/source] into a [length]-minute podcast episode for [audience]. Have the hosts walk through the 4-5 most important findings in plain language, explain why each matters, and discuss the practical implications — all grounded strictly in the sources, keeping every stat and quote accurate. Keep the tone [brand voice, e.g. warm and conversational]. Don't introduce facts, opinions, or examples that aren't in the sources. Prioritize the findings most useful to [audience] and skip minor detail.

Why it works: Pasted into Studio's focus box, it steers the two AI hosts toward your key findings and audience so the generated episode is a tight repurpose, not a generic overview.

20. Video Overview Explainer Focus

Focus the Video Overview as an explainer of [topic] for [audience], based only on the sources. Cover the core concept, the 3-4 key points that matter most, and one clear example the sources actually contain. Keep it visual and simple, use exact figures and quotes from the sources, and don't add anything the material doesn't support. Keep the tone [brand voice] and the pace suited to someone new to [topic]. Prioritize clarity over covering everything.

Best for: A shareable explainer video from a report or deck — paste it into the Video Overview focus box to keep the narration grounded and beginner-friendly.

21. Show Notes and Timestamps

From this transcript only, write podcast/video show notes for [audience]. Include: a 2-sentence episode summary, 6-8 key takeaways as bullets, a list of timestamped chapters with a short title for each (use the timestamps in the transcript), and any names, tools, or resources actually mentioned. Keep all quotes and figures exact and cite where each takeaway comes from. Write the summary and titles in a [brand voice] tone. If timestamps aren't in the transcript, note that and provide chapter titles without them.

Why it works: Working from the transcript, it produces chapter markers and takeaways tied to real moments — the show notes match what listeners actually hear.

22. YouTube Video into a Blog Post

I've added a YouTube video as a source. Using only that video, write an 800-word blog post on [topic] for [audience]. Turn the video's main points into a readable article with a hook, subheadings, and a takeaway — following the order the video makes them. Keep any stat or quote from the video exact and cite the moment it's said. Write in a [brand voice] tone. Don't add points the video doesn't make. End with a short list of the key moments so readers who want the full context can watch. Base everything strictly on the video.

Best for: Squeezing SEO text out of your video content — add the YouTube link as a source and NotebookLM drafts a grounded, cited post from the transcript.

Once a draft lands close, refine it like a brief: name the exact source to use, tighten the audience, and remind it to keep quotes and numbers exact and cited. For the full method see how to prompt NotebookLM for research, keep the cheat sheet open while you write, and start any new pack from the best NotebookLM prompts roundup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can NotebookLM repurpose a YouTube video or webinar recording?

Yes. Add the YouTube link as a source, or upload the webinar recording or its transcript, and NotebookLM ingests it like any other source. From there you can prompt it in chat to draft a blog post, show notes, or a social thread, or send it to Studio to generate an Audio or Video Overview. Because it works from the transcript, the output stays tied to what was actually said, with citations back to the moments in the source. It is one of the fastest ways to turn a single recording into a week of content.

Will NotebookLM stay accurate to my source material?

That is the whole point of the tool. NotebookLM is source-grounded — it answers only from the sources you add and attaches inline citations you can click to see the exact passage. It will not invent statistics or quotes the way an open-ended chatbot might. If you ask for something your sources do not cover, it tells you rather than making it up. You should still click the citations on any number or quote before you publish, but the grounding does most of the accuracy work for you.

Can NotebookLM write in my brand voice?

Yes, if you tell it the voice explicitly or give it a sample to match. Describe the tone in the prompt — for example plain and direct, warm and conversational, or formal — and it will apply that while staying grounded in your sources. Even better, add a few of your existing posts as sources and ask it to match their voice, structure, and sentence length. The facts come from the source material; the style comes from your instructions and examples.

Can NotebookLM make a slide deck or infographic?

Yes. NotebookLM Studio can generate Slide Decks and, since March 2026, Infographics directly from your sources, alongside Reports, Data Tables, FAQ, Briefing Docs, and Audio and Video Overviews. You can steer the output with a prompt describing the audience, angle, and number of slides or key points. For finer control you can also use a chat prompt to draft the slide-by-slide outline first, then generate or refine the visual artifact. Everything stays grounded in and cited to your sources.

How many sources can I add to a NotebookLM notebook?

Paid plans allow up to 300 sources per notebook, which is plenty to pull a quarter of reports, transcripts, and past posts into one place. Sources can be PDFs, Google Docs and Slides, website URLs, YouTube links, pasted text, and audio files. For repurposing, group related material in one notebook — say a report plus its webinar plus three related blog posts — so NotebookLM can synthesize across all of them and cite each. The free tier allows fewer sources but works the same way.

Is NotebookLM's output copyright-safe and properly grounded?

NotebookLM only works from sources you provide, so you should add material you own or have the right to use, such as your own reports, transcripts, and posts. The output is grounded in and cited to those sources, which makes it easy to verify every claim against the original. It is your responsibility to hold the rights to what you upload and to review the final text before publishing. Used on your own content, it is a safe way to reshape what you already have rather than generate ungrounded claims.

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