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Notion AI

Complete Setup Guide & Tutorial

Integrated AI assistant within Notion workspace for content and automation.

1 min read
Setup: 5-15 minutes
3 Steps

Quick Info

Pricing

AI included in Business ($20/user/month) and Enterprise plans. Free/Plus get ~20 AI responses trial.

Requirements
  • Notion Business or Enterprise plan
  • Active workspace

Overview

Notion AI is built into the Notion platform, offering GPT-5 and Claude-powered features. Includes AI Agents for autonomous work, AI Database Properties, natural language search, AI Meeting Notes with transcription, and connected app search across Slack, Google Drive, and GitHub.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1

Verify Plan

Ensure Business or Enterprise plan

  • Check workspace settings
  • Upgrade if needed
  • AI included in plan
2

Configure AI

Set up AI settings

  • Go to Settings > Notion AI
  • Configure preferences
  • Set up connectors (optional)
3

Use AI Features

Start using AI

  • Use Shift+Cmd/Ctrl+J for AI
  • Try writing assistance
  • Use Q&A for search

Core Features & Capabilities

AI Writing Assistant

Generate and improve content

How to use: Shift+Cmd/Ctrl+J to invoke, describe what you need
Use cases:
DraftingSummarizingTranslating

AI Agents

Autonomous work across pages

How to use: Activate agent, assign tasks, agent works for 20+ minutes
Use cases:
Document creationDatabase managementResearch

AI Database Properties

Auto-generate summaries and data

How to use: Add AI property to database, configure auto-population
Use cases:
Metadata generationTranslationsSummaries

Best Use Cases

Content creation
Meeting notes
Database automation
Information retrieval
Project management

Pro Tips & Best Practices

  • Set custom agent instructions for better context
  • Use keyboard shortcut for quick access
  • Connect apps for comprehensive search
  • AI Database Properties for bulk operations
  • Enable web search for current info

Integrations & Compatibility

Notion AI works seamlessly with these tools and platforms:

SlackGoogle DriveGitHubJiraMicrosoft TeamsCalendar

Limitations & Considerations

  • Requires Business/Enterprise
  • Performance issues 10K+ rows
  • Steep learning curve
  • Usage throttling on heavy use

Ready to Get Started with Notion AI?

Put this guide into action and start creating amazing content with Notion AI.