NotebookLM is powerful, but most people use it like a normal notes app. That’s the real problem.
If you give it the right prompts, it can summarize messy documents, create study plans, write meeting minutes, and even build ready-to-use templates in minutes.
In this article, you’ll get 10 NotebookLM super prompts you can copy-paste instantly-built for faster thinking, cleaner output, and real productivity.
NotebookLM becomes next-level only when your instructions are specific.
If your prompt is vague, you’ll get generic results. But if your prompt has a goal, format, and constraints, NotebookLM starts behaving like a smart research assistant.
The best part? You don’t need technical skills. Just better prompting.
Use these prompts after you upload your sources (PDFs, docs, meeting notes, research links).
Then paste one prompt at a time and let NotebookLM work with your materials.
If the answer feels too long, ask: “Make it shorter + more actionable.”
1) Smart Summary + Action Plan Prompt
“Act as my productivity editor. Read all the uploaded sources and create a clean, structured summary in 5 sections: (1) Main idea in 2 lines, (2) Key points in bullet form, (3) Important facts or numbers, (4) What decisions this helps me make, (5) Next actions for me in a checklist. Keep it simple, no filler, and write like a helpful human. End with a 1-day plan and a 7-day plan.”
What it does: Turns raw notes into a clear plan.
Best use case: Work planning, daily productivity, Notion notes
2) Meeting Notes → Perfect Minutes + Follow-Ups
“You are my meeting assistant. From these notes, create professional meeting minutes with: Date/Topic, Attendees (if mentioned), Discussion summary, Decisions made, Action items (owner + deadline if available), Risks/concerns, and Next meeting agenda. Keep the tone formal but easy to read. If anything is missing, add a ‘Questions to confirm’ section with 5 quick questions.”
What it does: Converts messy meeting notes into clean minutes.
Best use case: Office work, client calls, email follow-ups
3) Research Notes → One-Page “Explainer”
“Act like a tech journalist writing a simple explainer. Using only my uploaded sources, write a one-page breakdown with: What it is, Why it matters, How it works (in simple steps), Real-world examples, Pros/cons, and a short FAQ (5 questions). Keep paragraphs short, avoid heavy jargon, and make it easy for a beginner to understand. End with a 3-line summary for quick reading.”
What it does: Creates a clean, publish-ready explanation.
Best use case: Blog writing, LinkedIn posts, study notes
4) Create a “Decision Table” From Multiple Options
“Help me decide fast. Compare the options mentioned in my sources using a table with columns: Option, Best for, Cost/effort level, Pros, Cons, Hidden risks, and Final recommendation. Keep the recommendation practical and explain it in 4 lines. If data is missing, make a ‘Need to verify’ row instead of guessing. Make the output easy to screenshot and share.”
What it does: Makes comparisons crystal clear.
Best use case: Buying decisions, tools comparison, team planning
5) Turn Notes Into a Step-by-Step SOP (Process Document)
“Act as a process manager. Convert my sources into a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). Format it like: Goal, When to use, Tools needed, Step-by-step process (numbered), Time estimate per step, Common errors, Quality checklist, and a final ‘Done means’ section. Keep it practical and repeatable so even a new person can follow it without confusion.”
What it does: Creates a reusable system from scattered notes.
Best use case: Business workflows, agency tasks, team training
6) Study Mode: Notes → Quiz + Flashcards + Revision Plan
“Act as my study coach. From these sources, create: (1) 20 flashcards (Q/A format), (2) 10 MCQs with answers, (3) 5 short-answer questions, and (4) a 7-day revision plan with daily topics and time blocks. Keep it easy, clear, and based only on the provided material. Highlight the most important concepts I should memorize first.”
What it does: Converts content into active learning instantly.
Best use case: Students, exam prep, skill learning
7) Extract Only the “Important” Parts (No Noise)
“Be strict and filter everything. From my sources, extract only the most valuable information using this format: Must-know (top 10 bullets), Good-to-know (top 10 bullets), Optional details (top 5 bullets). Remove repeated points. Keep each bullet under 14 words. If something is unclear, mark it as ‘Needs clarification’ instead of filling gaps.”
What it does: Removes fluff and highlights what matters.
Best use case: Quick reading, busy schedules, daily review
8) Convert Content Into a Ready-to-Post Social Thread
“Act like a social media editor. Using my sources, write a short, high-retention thread in simple English. Structure: Hook (1 line), Value bullets (6–8 lines), Mini example, Common mistake, Quick checklist, and a clean closing line. Keep it natural, not salesy. Avoid emojis overload. Make it sound like a real person sharing helpful insights, not a robot.”
What it does: Creates content for fast publishing.
Best use case: Instagram captions, LinkedIn, X thread, WhatsApp status
9) Build a Personal “Daily Execution Plan” From Any Topic
“Act as my personal productivity planner. Based on these sources, create a daily execution plan for me with: Top 3 priorities, 2 deep-work blocks, 3 quick tasks, 1 learning task, and 1 review task. Give time estimates and a realistic schedule. Keep it simple, focused, and action-based. Also include a ‘If I have only 30 minutes’ version at the end.”
What it does: Turns knowledge into daily action.
Best use case: Personal productivity, goal execution, routine building
10) Create a “Client-Ready” Summary + Proposal Draft
“Act as a professional consultant. Using my sources, write a client-ready summary with: Problem overview, Key insights, Recommended solution, Implementation steps, Timeline, Expected outcomes, and Risks. Keep it crisp and confident. Then create a short proposal draft with headings and bullet points that I can copy into a Google Doc. No fluff. Make it sound premium and clear.”
What it does: Helps you communicate professionally in minutes.
Best use case: Freelancers, agencies, client pitching
NotebookLM works best when your prompts are structured and goal-based.
Copy these 10 super prompts, tweak them slightly for your task, and you’ll instantly get faster, cleaner results.
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