Question 1

Which AI tool is best for making notes?

Accepted Answer

For study materials, it is best to start with NotebookLM: it works with sources and helps you ask questions about them. For general notes from text, PDFs, or files, ChatGPT and Claude are good options.

Question 2

Can I create notes for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Some services offer a free start or free limits: ChatGPT, Gemini, GigaChat, YandexGPT, NotebookLM, Glasp, Tactiq, and TurboScribe can be tried without complicated setup. Limits depend on the file length, number of requests, and source format.

Question 3

How do I create notes from a video?

Accepted Answer

If it is a YouTube video, try NotebookLM, Glasp, or Eightify. If the video file is on your computer, first create a transcript in TurboScribe, then ask ChatGPT, Claude, or GigaChat to turn it into notes.

Question 4

Which AI tool is suitable for lesson notes?

Accepted Answer

For a recorded lesson, NotebookLM, ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini can work well. For a live online lesson, Fireflies AI or Tactiq is more convenient: they capture speech, create a transcript, and help turn it into short key points.

Question 5

What prompt should I give an AI tool for notes?

Accepted Answer

Write: “Create study notes from this material: 8–12 key points, definitions, important dates and terms, examples, conclusions, and 5 self-check questions. Do not add facts that are not in the source.”

Question 6

How are notes different from a short summary?

Accepted Answer

A short summary simply condenses the material. Notes should be useful for revision: a structure by topic, key concepts, formulas or dates, examples, conclusions, and questions for self-checking.

AI Note Generators: Text, Lessons, and Videos

NotebookLM

ChatGPT

Claude

PhotoAI 18+

Erofy 18+

SwapixAI

Notion AI

Gemini

GigaChat

YandexGPT

Glasp

Eightify

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