How Annotate.tv Works
Take timestamped notes on YouTube videos in 5 simple steps
Paste a YouTube link
Copy a YouTube video URL and paste it into Annotate.tv. The video will load in the annotation interface with the transcript ready to view.
Take timestamped notes
As you watch the video, add notes at any point. Each note automatically saves the timestamp, so you can click it later to jump back to that exact moment.
Use AI to chat with the video
Ask questions about the video content and get instant answers from the AI based on the transcript. Find specific information without rewinding.
Extract text from slides
When the video shows a slide or text on screen, use the OCR feature to extract that text directly into your notes with one click.
Export your notes
Export your annotated notes to PDF for printing, Markdown for Notion/Evernote/Obsidian, or sync directly to Readwise for spaced repetition review.
Key Features Explained
Timestamped Notes
Every note you take is linked to the exact moment in the video. Click any note to jump directly to that timestamp. This makes reviewing videos efficient - no more scrubbing through hours of content to find what you need.
AI Chat with Video
Ask questions like 'What were the main points about marketing?' and get answers based on the video's transcript. The AI reads the entire transcript and provides relevant answers with context. Available with Premium.
Text Extraction (OCR)
When a video shows slides, code, or any text on screen, click the camera button to extract that text automatically. The OCR feature reads the current frame and adds the text to your notes. No more pausing and typing out slides.
Export Options
Export your annotated notes to PDF for printing or offline reading. Use Markdown export for Notion, Evernote, or Obsidian. Premium users can sync directly with Readwise for spaced repetition review of video highlights.
Video Transcript
View the full transcript alongside the video. Click any line in the transcript to jump to that moment. Search within the transcript to find specific topics quickly.
Organization
Group videos into playlists to organize by topic, course, or project. Search across all your notes and videos to find information instantly.
Getting Started
- 1Create a free account - Sign up with Google or email. No credit card required.
- 2Add your first video - Paste any YouTube URL to start annotating.
- 3Start taking notes - The free plan includes 5 videos with unlimited notes.
- 4Try Premium free for 14 days - Unlock AI chat, OCR, and all export options with no commitment.