Convert SMART Notebook Files to PDF or PowerPoint
Chalk is a free online converter built specifically for SMART Technologies .notebook classroom files. Convert a lesson to PDF, PowerPoint, or Promethean ActivInspire without installing SMART Notebook software.
Convert your lesson
Converting… this may take a moment for large files.
No account required. Uploads and converted files are deleted after download, or within 30 minutes.
Choose an output format
How it works
- Select a SMART Notebook file ending in
.notebook. - Choose PDF, PowerPoint, or ActivInspire as the output.
- Convert and download the new file.
Chalk reads the pages and embedded images from the SMART lesson, then creates the selected portable format. The original file is not modified.
Frequently asked questions
What is a .notebook file?
It is the lesson file format used by SMART Notebook software for SMART Board classroom presentations. It is different from a Jupyter .ipynb notebook or a generic notes file.
Do I need SMART Notebook installed?
No. Chalk runs in your browser and does not require SMART Notebook, PowerPoint, or ActivInspire to perform a conversion.
Is the converter free?
Yes. Chalk is free to use and does not require an account.
Are uploaded lessons kept?
No. A successful download removes its job files immediately. Abandoned files are automatically removed after 30 minutes.
Will every lesson look exactly the same?
Common text, ink, images, and pages are supported, but complex SMART effects or uncommon SVG features may not reproduce exactly. Review converted lessons before relying on them in class.