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Automatically generate explainer videos with NotebookLM Video Overview

Learn how to turn reference documents into short videos complete with slides and audio narration, plus prompting techniques to get more specific results.

Learning Timeline
Key Insights

Difference Between Video vs. Audio Overviews

Unlike 'Audio Overview' which only produces a podcast, 'Video Overview' generates visuals like PowerPoint slides that sync perfectly with the AI audio narration.

Content Control Through Customization

Don't just stick with the AI's default generation. Use the 'three dots' menu to define your target audience so the video's language and tone are more relevant to your goals.
Prompts

Customizing the Video Audience

Target: NotebookLM Video Overview Customize Box
Create this video overview for a target audience of senior executives who need a high-level summary. Focus on the strategic implications and ROI mentioned in the source documents.
Step by Step

How to Automatically Generate Video Overviews

  1. Make sure you have uploaded your reference documents into NotebookLM.
  2. Locate and click on the 'Video overview' button or option within your notebook dashboard.
  3. Click the 'three dots' icon next to the generation button to open the additional settings menu.
  4. Select 'Customize' to provide specific instructions for your video output.
  5. Type your specific criteria in the provided text box, such as 'Target audience: High school students' or a specific presentation style.
  6. Click the (Generate/Apply) button to start the video creation process, which will include visual slides and audio narration.

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