NotebookLM settings guide
Google NotebookLM · Research AI · Document Analysis · Podcast Generation
- Token burn
- Low burn
Token-efficient; free tiers go a long way. Last reviewed April 2026; plans and model names change often, so check the tool's own pricing page before you buy.
NotebookLM is Google's research AI — upload PDFs, documents, web links, and query them across all sources instantly with instant citations.
Audio Overview feature converts your notes into a natural podcast (2–10 min) with two AI hosts discussing your content — great for commute learning.
Sources panel shows exactly which source answered your question — click to see the original passage with highlighted excerpt.
Deep Dive feature turns your research into a guided conversation — NotebookLM asks follow-up questions you might not have thought of.
Generate study guides, FAQ, timeline, and outline automatically — useful for learning complex topics or onboarding new team members.
Supports 40+ languages — upload docs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and chat in the same language.
Free with a Google account; for analysing your own documents, its answers stay grounded in the sources you upload and cite them.
API cost estimate
Monthly cost at list prices (September 2026), before and after a token cut you choose.
- Now
- $1.92
- ₹161
- After a 25% cut
- $1.44
- ₹121
- Saved per month
- $0.48
- ₹40
Assumes about 600 input and 200 output tokens per request (low burn). Excludes caching discounts, search or request fees and taxes. Check the vendor's pricing page before budgeting.
Reveaxa guide reference: RVX-T-notebooklm
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