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Google Rolls Out 'Discover Sources' Feature for NotebookLM

The new AI-powered tool, available globally within a week, enables users to find and summarize relevant web content for their projects using Google's Gemini AI.

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Overview

  • NotebookLM's 'Discover Sources' feature allows users to describe a topic and receive up to 10 curated, summarized web sources relevant to their research.
  • The feature integrates with existing NotebookLM tools, enabling one-click addition of sources for use in Briefing Docs, FAQs, and Audio Overviews.
  • Google emphasizes user control by ensuring the AI only uses approved sources, with full citations provided for transparency and accuracy.
  • 'Discover Sources' also includes an 'I'm Feeling Curious' button, letting users explore random topics and see the source discovery tool in action.
  • The feature, powered by Google's Gemini AI, began its global rollout on April 2, 2025, and will be available to all users within a week.