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TL;DR NotebookLM recently received an update that introduced a bevy of new learning tools.
Users are starting to notice that the update also quietly removed the FAQ and Timeline Report formats.
Google says that users can still create the formats through the “Create Your Own” option in Reports.
Update: September 10, 2025 (4:40 PM ET): As mentioned in this article, you can create the missing FAQ and Timeline formats by using the Create Your Own option. If you don’t know what prompt to use to create these Report formats, Google has now shared prompts you can copy and paste.
For FAQ, you can use the following prompt:
“Create a comprehensive FAQ with detailed and thorough answers that best captures the main themes and ideas in the sources. It should have a helpful tone designed to address reader inquiries.”
For Timeline, use this prompt:
“Create a detailed timeline of the main events covered in these sources, followed by a cast of characters listing the principle people mentioned in the sources, with brief bios for each.”
For those of you who are missing Timelines and FAQs, you’re in luck (bookmark this thread!) To start creating or customizing FAQs and Timelines, tap “Create Your Own Report” and enter these prompts (or upgrade them with your own twists):
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