Gemini Notebook introduces Collections as Google expands its AI workspace
Google introduces Collections for Gemini Notebook, making research easier to organise across Gemini and Google Search.
Google has introduced a new Collections feature for Gemini Notebook users, offering a simpler way to organise research projects as the company continues integrating the service more closely with Gemini and Google Search. The update arrives shortly after Google rebranded NotebookLM, signalling a broader effort to transform the research tool into a more connected AI workspace.
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Meet Collections!
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Collections are now rolling out to all Gemini Notebook users. The feature allows people to group related notebooks while keeping every notebook accessible through the existing My Notebooks view. Rather than requiring users to reorganise their entire library, Collections add an extra layer of organisation that works alongside the current dashboard.
As Google continues expanding the reach of Gemini Notebook across its AI ecosystem, better organisation has become increasingly important. The latest update is designed to help users manage larger research libraries without making the experience more complicated.
Collections provide flexible organisation for research projects
Unlike a traditional folder system, Collections allow a single notebook to appear in multiple groups at the same time. This means users do not need to duplicate notebooks or decide on a single permanent location for a project.
For example, a notebook related to an ongoing business report could be placed in both a Work collection and a broader Research collection. This flexible approach allows users to organise information in different ways depending on their needs while maintaining just one version of the notebook.
The feature functions more like labels or playlists than standard folders. Notebooks that do not require additional organisation can simply remain in My Notebooks without being assigned to any Collection.
This design keeps the system straightforward. Instead of introducing a complex filing structure that users must regularly maintain, Google has chosen an approach that provides greater visibility without adding unnecessary management tasks.
For users with expanding research libraries, this may make everyday navigation easier. Rather than scrolling through a long list of notebooks, Collections offer a quick way to group similar projects while keeping the main dashboard intact.
Google continues integrating Gemini Notebook across its AI services
The introduction of Collections comes as Google strengthens the relationship between Gemini Notebook, the Gemini app and Google Search. What was previously a standalone research platform is gradually becoming part of a larger AI ecosystem that allows users to continue work across multiple Google products.
Notebooks can now appear directly inside the Gemini app, enabling users to work with uploaded documents alongside previous conversations and personalised instructions. Changes made within the app are synchronised with the standalone Gemini Notebook service, allowing projects to remain up to date regardless of where they are accessed.
Google is also extending Gemini Notebook into Google Search, creating additional ways for users to collect information and build research projects from search results. As notebooks become available across more Google services, users are expected to create larger libraries over time.
Without improved organisation, navigating an expanding collection of notebooks could become increasingly difficult. Collections are intended to address this challenge before larger libraries begin affecting the overall user experience.
By introducing the feature now, Google is preparing Gemini Notebook for broader adoption while ensuring that users can continue managing their projects without significantly changing existing workflows.
The update also reflects Google’s wider strategy of making Gemini the central hub for AI-powered productivity, with research, conversations and document management becoming more closely connected.
Basic management tools leave room for future improvements
Although Collections add greater flexibility to notebook organisation, the feature remains relatively simple compared with traditional file-management systems. Google has not announced support for nested Collections, automated categorisation or advanced organisational tools.
Users are therefore responsible for manually placing notebooks into Collections. While this provides flexibility, it does not offer intelligent organisation powered by Gemini or automated suggestions based on notebook content.
Similarly, those looking for a detailed hierarchy similar to conventional folders may find the current implementation limited. Collections help divide notebooks into logical groups, but they do not replace a complete folder structure.
Despite these limitations, the feature addresses one of the most immediate challenges facing users with growing research libraries. Allowing notebooks to belong to multiple Collections without duplication offers a practical solution that balances simplicity with flexibility.
As Google continues expanding Gemini Notebook throughout its AI ecosystem, additional organisational features could emerge in future updates. For now, Collections focus on solving a common usability issue without introducing unnecessary complexity.
For many users managing dozens or even hundreds of notebooks, that may be sufficient. The feature offers a cleaner way to organise projects while preserving the familiar My Notebooks dashboard and ensuring that research remains accessible wherever it is needed.
