Google Drive to Notebook flows
Use this guide to sync specific Google Drive folders with NotebookLM. Whenever you add a supported file to the configured folder, WebSync will automatically route it into your target notebook.
What this flow does
Section titled “What this flow does”Drive-to-Notebook flows automate your source ingestion:
- Automatic Syncing: New supported files added to your Drive folder are automatically routed into your notebook.
- No Manual Uploads: Eliminates the need to manually download and re-upload files.
- Syncing Hubs: Ideal for managing project-specific folders where you regularly add new documents or research.
Before you start
Section titled “Before you start”To ensure a smooth connection:
- Extension Version: You must have the WebSync extension v2.0 or later installed.
- Account Parity: You must be signed into the WebSync extension, the WebSync website, and NotebookLM using the same Google account.
Setup: Drive to Notebook flow
Section titled “Setup: Drive to Notebook flow”1. Open Drive flows in WebSync
Section titled “1. Open Drive flows in WebSync”Navigate to the Drive-to-Notebook configuration page: https://websync-for-notebooklm.com/app/drive-to-notebook
2. Define your flow
Section titled “2. Define your flow”Provide the following information:
- A Name: This will serve as both the name of the flow and the target notebook in NotebookLM.
- The Folder Link: Paste the URL of the Google Drive folder you wish to sync (e.g.,
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/<your-folder-id>).
3. Secure Authentication
Section titled “3. Secure Authentication”When you create the flow, a Google OAuth popup will appear.
Security Note: WebSync only requests access to Metadata (read-only) to monitor folder changes. The actual content of your files is NOT shared with WebSync. This process is secure and has been successfully audited by third-party security experts.
4. Syncing Process
Section titled “4. Syncing Process”Once authenticated, WebSync registers the folder for change monitoring and begins syncing supported files into your linked notebook.
Supported Files
Section titled “Supported Files”WebSync supports the same file types as NotebookLM, including:
- Google Docs
- PDFs
- Text files
- Certain image formats
Files that are not supported by NotebookLM will be marked as “skipped” in your flow status.
Troubleshooting tips
Section titled “Troubleshooting tips”Files aren’t appearing in NotebookLM
Section titled “Files aren’t appearing in NotebookLM”- Check the Extension: Ensure the WebSync extension is installed and running.
- Verify Accounts: Ensure you are using the same Google account across the extension, the website, and NotebookLM.
- Check Folder Link: Ensure the URL provided is a direct link to a Drive folder.
Support
Section titled “Support”If your flow isn’t behaving as expected, feel free to reach out for support.