AI Tools for Students
Study Smarter, Not Harder with AI-Powered Video Summarization
Transform hours of video lectures into concise, organized study notes in minutes. Our free AI tool powered by Google Gemini helps students summarize YouTube lectures, extract key concepts, and create exam-ready notes automatically.
Key Takeaways
- Free AI tool for students - no credit card required
- Turn 2-hour lectures into 5-minute summaries
- Built with Google Gemini — 1,500 free requests/day
- Export to Notion, Anki, Google Docs, and more
- Works with any YouTube video including unlisted lectures
- Supports 100+ languages for international students
Why Use NoteLM for This?
Discover how AI-powered tools can transform your workflow.
Save 80% Study Time
Reduce hours of video watching to minutes of reading. Process 2-hour lectures in under 60 seconds.
Retain 95% More
Structured summaries with key points help you remember more compared to passive watching.
Never Miss Key Points
AI extracts important concepts, definitions, and formulas automatically from any lecture.
Study Anywhere, Anytime
Access your notes on any device. Export to Notion, Anki, Google Docs, or any study app.
What You Can Do
Powerful capabilities designed for your specific needs.
YouTube Lecture Summaries
Get comprehensive summaries from any YouTube lecture with clickable timestamps for easy navigation.
Key Concept Extraction
AI identifies and highlights important terms, definitions, formulas, and concepts automatically.
Multi-Language Support
Learn in your native language regardless of video language. Supports 100+ languages.
Export to Study Apps
One-click copy to Notion, Anki, Google Docs, Obsidian, or any note-taking app.
Chapter Navigation
Auto-generated chapters with timestamps to jump directly to specific topics.
Quiz Generation
Create practice questions from lecture content for self-testing.
Get Started in 3 Steps
Simple process to start using AI for your needs.
Install Chrome Extension
Add NoteLM to Chrome for free (works on Edge & Brave too). Get your free Gemini API key from Google AI Studio.
Open Your Lecture Video
Navigate to any YouTube video lecture, course content, or educational video.
Generate AI Summary
Click the NoteLM button to generate a comprehensive summary with key points and timestamps in seconds.
Study & Export Notes
Review, edit, and export your notes to your favorite study app for exam preparation.
"NoteLM has completely changed how I study. I can now summarize 2-hour lectures in minutes and focus on understanding concepts instead of taking notes."
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ai tools for students
Is NoteLM really free for students?
Yes! NoteLM is 100% free. You just need a free Gemini API key from Google AI Studio (no credit card required). The free tier allows 1,500 requests per day - more than enough for any student.
Does it work with university lecture videos?
It works with any YouTube video, including unlisted videos shared by professors, as long as they have captions enabled (automatic or manual). Most university videos on YouTube have auto-generated captions.
Can I use it for exam preparation?
Absolutely! The summaries and key points are perfect for exam review. Use the clickable timestamps to revisit specific concepts, and export notes to flashcard apps like Anki for spaced repetition.
What subjects and courses does it work with?
NoteLM works with any subject - STEM, humanities, business, medicine, law, and more. The AI adapts to technical vocabulary and specialized terminology in any field.
How accurate are the AI-generated summaries?
Summaries are powered by Google Gemini, one of the most advanced AI models. Accuracy depends on caption quality - videos with clear audio and good captions produce excellent summaries. We recommend reviewing key points for critical exams.
Can I summarize multiple videos at once?
Currently, you summarize one video at a time. However, you can quickly process multiple videos and combine notes in your favorite app. Each summary takes about 30 seconds to generate.
Does it work with Coursera, edX, or other learning platforms?
It works with any video content available on YouTube. Many Coursera and edX courses have YouTube mirrors. For platform-exclusive content, check if transcripts are available to paste directly.
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The NoteLM team specializes in AI-powered video summarization and learning tools. We are passionate about making video content more accessible and efficient for learners worldwide.
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