Google developers are working on a feature allowing users to import notebooks from NotebookLM directly into the Gemini chatbot. Code analysis by TestingCatalog reveals a NotebookLM button appearing in Gemini’s attachments menu, alongside existing options for photos, files, and code imports.
The development adds a notebook import option to Gemini’s interface, creating a pathway for users to work with NotebookLM content within Gemini conversations. This connection between the two platforms addresses workflows where users currently switch between tools to access research materials and AI assistance.
Gemini-NotebookLM Integration in Development
Code traces point to bidirectional data transfer between AI platforms
Platform Connection Model
Gemini
Conversational AI
NotebookLM
Research Assistant
Bidirectional integration enables transfer of conversations from Gemini to NotebookLM as source material, and import of complete notebooks from NotebookLM into Gemini as attachments
Transfer Capabilities Under Development
Gemini to NotebookLM
Code snippets suggest users will designate chatbot sessions as source material within NotebookLM. This direct import preserves context and formatting, reducing manual copy-paste workflows.
NotebookLM to Gemini
The attachments menu will gain a notebook import button. Users can pull structured notes from NotebookLM into Gemini interactions, accessing advanced features like Canvas, Nano Banana Pro, and app connectors.
Unified Attachment System
The notebook option joins existing attachment types in Gemini, creating a workspace for documents, images, code, and research materials within single conversations.
Development Timeline
Code Discovery
TestingCatalog identified NotebookLM button code within Gemini app structure, revealing integration pathway between platforms.
Internal Development
Feature remains unavailable to beta testers, indicating refinement before wider rollout. Specific implementation details have not been disclosed publicly.
Public Release Status
No confirmed launch date provided by Google. Code discoveries do not guarantee public availability as projects can be modified or discontinued during internal reviews.
Tools Accessible Through Integration
Intended User Applications
Integration Development Continues
The NotebookLM-Gemini integration feature was discovered through code analysis by TestingCatalog. Google developers are working on bidirectional transfer capabilities between the platforms. The feature remains in development with no beta access or official release timeline announced.
The integration addresses workflows where users switch between Gemini conversations and NotebookLM research materials. Code traces point to notebook import buttons in Gemini’s attachments menu and conversation transfer options to NotebookLM. Access to advanced tools like Canvas, Nano Banana Pro, and Veo 3 would become available through the integration.
NotebookLM continues receiving updates including video generation capabilities and audio features. The integration development aligns with Google’s approach to connecting AI tools across its product ecosystem.
