How to Get a Transcript From NotebookLM

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May 13, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to extract a transcript from an audio file in NotebookLM.

Quick summary

NotebookLM lets you generate a transcript from any uploaded audio file directly within your notebook's Sources panel. Simply add the audio file as a source and NotebookLM automatically produces a readable transcript for viewing.

Steps

Inside your notebook, head over to the Sources panel and click Add.
Tap Choose File and select the audio file you want to transcribe.
Open the newly uploaded audio file from the Sources panel.
The transcript of the selected audio file will be generated automatically and displayed for viewing.

📌 Why this matters

NotebookLM's automatic transcript generation removes the need for third-party transcription tools by converting audio files into readable text directly inside your notebook. This makes it significantly faster to extract insights, search spoken content, and reference key information from recordings. For researchers, students, and knowledge workers, the ability to upload an audio file and instantly receive a structured transcript streamlines how spoken information is captured and analyzed. It turns audio content into a searchable, citable source within the same workspace where your notes and research already live.

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