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Bookshelf for NotebookLM

Bookshelf for NotebookLM

Add folders, search, and sync to Google NotebookLM

Website bookshelf-notebooklm.com
Overview

What it is

Google NotebookLM is powerful, but it lacks folder management. As your notebooks grow, finding the right one becomes frustrating. Bookshelf is a free Chrome extension that fixes this: 📁 Folders & Subfolders — organize notebooks in a tree structure 🖱️ Drag & Drop — rearrange notebooks intuitively 🔍 Search & Sort — filter instantly by name or date ☁️ Cloud Sync — sync across devices 🌙 Dark Mode support 🌐 6 Languages (EN/JA/ZH/KO/ES)

Intent

I need it when

Maintain notebook organization across multiple devices

Bookshelf supports Chrome profile sync to synchronize folder settings across devices. Users can push and pull bookshelf data between local and cloud storage, ensuring their organization system stays consistent whether they work on desktop, laptop, or tablet.

Ensure personal notebook data remains private and secure

All folder settings are stored locally in the Chrome browser with no third-party servers involved. The extension does not collect, store, or transmit personal data or notebook contents, addressing privacy concerns for users managing sensitive information.

Organize a large collection of NotebookLM notebooks into logical categories

Bookshelf adds custom folder and subfolder creation to NotebookLM, allowing users to group notebooks by categories like 'Work', 'Study', or 'Personal'. This solves the problem of finding notebooks in a growing collection by providing hierarchical organization directly within NotebookLM.

Quickly manage and reorder notebooks without manual sorting

The extension provides intuitive drag-and-drop functionality to move notebooks into folders and reorder folders to match workflow priorities. Users can also search and sort notebooks alphabetically, reducing time spent navigating disorganized lists.

Keep workspace clean while maintaining access to folder structure

The collapsible sidebar feature allows users to toggle the bookshelf open or closed, maximizing workspace when needed while preserving the ability to quickly access organized notebooks. This supports both focused work and navigation modes.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User does not use Google NotebookLM or does not have notebooks to organize
  • User requires a non-Chrome browser extension solution
  • User needs advanced features like team collaboration or shared bookshelves across users
  • User prefers cloud-based organization without local browser storage
  • User requires emoji or icon customization for folder names (noted as missing feature in reviews)
Commercials

Pricing

Free Chrome extension with optional donation support