Static notes are a thing of the past. OneNote's latest feature lets you embed live content directly into your notebooks, creating dynamic, interactive experiences for learning, teaching, or everyday note-taking.
If you're familiar with OneNote Class Notebooks or Learning Tools, you'll appreciate how embeds capture dynamic content from anywhere. Transform OneNote into a digital whiteboard with the right inserts.
Office 365 subscribers can access live embeds in OneNote 2016, OneNote for the web, OneNote for Mac, and iOS apps.
Copy the YouTube video URL from your browser's address bar.
Paste it onto the page where you want it to appear, or go to Insert > Online Video > OK. This works for YouTube playlists and other supported interactive content too.
Microsoft keeps an updated list of compatible sources, including documents, videos, audio clips, and more. Check it out to explore options like Microsoft Forms, Quizlet, Scribd, SlideShare, Sway, and Spotify—perfect for enriching your workflow. More sources are coming soon.
Three standout examples:
OneNote expert Marjolein Hoekstra has created a demo page showcasing integrations with dozens of sources.
Pro Tip: For unsupported embeds like animated GIFs, use Microsoft Sway—a simple tool supporting more options (see this Office Help page listing 22 sources). Embed the Sway into OneNote as a workaround.
Often overlooked in the Microsoft Office suite, OneNote unlocks powerful features. As productivity expert Brad Jones demonstrates in his guide, Embedding Media to Turn OneNote into a Digital Scrapbook, you can supercharge your notes. Watch for his tip on linking to specific parts of YouTube videos.
Share your favorite OneNote embeds or suggest new ones you'd love to see supported.
