Tips for making your note easier to find, whether through search or AI [2026 Edition]

Google search results now display "AI Overviews" that generate summaries, and more people are using AI like ChatGPT and Claude to find information. Many creators are likely wondering, "How can I get my articles cited by AI?"

In this article, focusing on the guidelines for generative AI search updated by Google in May 2026, we will share points to keep in mind when writing articles on note, along with the basics of SEO that have long been considered important.

The idea that "creating good articles" is most important remains unchanged

Google's latest guidelines also clearly state that what has been considered important in traditional SEO remains effective.

Generative AI features like AI Overviews are based on Google Search's indexing and ranking systems. In other words, articles that can be found through search are also easier for AI to find. No special "AI countermeasures" are necessary.

You may see terms like "AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)" and "GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)" online, but Google states, "Optimization for generative AI search is optimization for the search experience, which is SEO."

Now, let's look at what you should specifically keep in mind.

1. Value "primary information" that only you can write

What Google emphasizes most in these guidelines is creating "non-commodity content".

"Commodity content" refers to articles that just summarize general knowledge, which would be the same no matter who writes them. Conversely, articles that include your own experience and unique perspective are highly valuable.

This is deeply related to the "tips for making your note easier to find in web search" concept of E-E-A-T mentioned earlier, especially Experience.

△ Common example:
"To increase productivity, let's make a ToDo list."

◎ Good example:
"For the past three years, I have managed my work using a ToDo list + Notion. As a result, my overtime has decreased by 15 hours per month. Here is the specific template."

The good example is more valuable to readers because it includes specific numbers and know-how based on actual experience. Google's guidelines also state that because AI references many sources, articles with unique perspectives are more likely to stand out.

Practical points for note

• Write about what you have actually experienced, what you have learned from trying things, and what you have learned from failure

• Include specific numbers, time periods, and before-and-after comparisons

• Be conscious of "what I want to convey in this article"

• Even when using AI for writing, add your own experience and verification to create originality

2. Points for utilizing AI tools in article creation

Some creators may worry, "Will articles written using AI be at a disadvantage in search?" Google's guidelines clearly state that "the use of AI itself does not determine the quality of content."

So, what is the problem? What Google treats as "spam" are cases where articles are automatically generated in large quantities using AI and published without human editing or unique added value.

OK: Creating articles using AI

• Getting help from AI to create drafts or outlines, then finishing them by adding your own experience and opinions

• Using AI to refine and proofread text to improve readability

• Using AI as a sounding board to expand on article ideas

NG: Mass-producing articles with AI

• Publishing large quantities of AI-generated text as-is, without human review

• Creating articles that lack originality by simply having AI rephrase information from other sites

As long as your own experience and perspective are added, there is no problem with using AI. Please also make sure to utilize note's "AI Assistant" feature.

3. Use headings to create an easy-to-read structure

The importance of "headings" remains unchanged even with generative AI. In fact, it has become even more important.

With headings, readers can grasp the structure of the entire article at a glance. Google's guidelines also recommend a "clear structure with headings for each paragraph or section."

Tips for creating headings

• Make sure the content of each section is conveyed by the heading alone

• Use headings that address what readers want to know, such as "What is XX?" or "How to do XX"

• Adding a table of contents to long articles makes them even easier to read

You can set major and minor headings in the note editor, so please make use of them.

4. Create titles that make it easy to imagine the content of the article

When readers can understand the content of an article just by looking at the title, it becomes easier to capture their interest in both search results and AI summaries.

Previously, it was often suggested to include many keywords in titles for search optimization, but Google's current ability to understand page relevance has improved, even if keywords do not match perfectly.There is no need to unnaturally stuff keywords into your title.

Aim for a title that makes readers think, "This is the information I was looking for." Try utilizing the title suggestion feature of note's "AI Assistant" as well.

5. Enhance your profile to increase credibility

This is a point related to the "Authoritativeness" and "Trustworthiness" of E-E-A-T.

By carefully writing your profile on your creator page, you convey to readers "what kind of person is writing this article." Search engines and AI also use author information as a hint to judge the credibility of an article.

Information that is good to include in your profile

• Areas of expertise and job titles

• Past career and achievements

• Links to related social media or external sites

• Qualifications and experience related to the article's theme

Also, it is effective to include a brief self-introduction as "the person who wrote this article" at the beginning or end of the article.

6. Enrich your articles with images and videos

Google's guidelines recommend including high-quality images and videos in articles. Since AI search features can display not only web page links but also related images and videos, the opportunities for non-text content to be displayed are increasing.

Practical points for note

• Include original images or screenshots that supplement the article content

• Set ALT (alternative text) for images (we also introduced this in the previous article)

• Videos and GIFs are also effective for articles explaining procedures

• Choose a header image (eyecatch) that clearly conveys the article's content

7. Clearly state sources and show reliable information

Including links to articles and literature you have referenced is not only a sign of integrity toward your readers, but it also helps to increase the credibility of your article.

Practical points for note

• Clearly state the source when quoting (the note citation feature is convenient for this)

• Reference highly reliable information sources such as public institutions or professional websites

• When using data or statistics, also include the date of the information

8. Things you don't need to do

Google's guidelines also explicitly state things you "don't need to do." While there is a lot of information on the internet, the following are unnecessary for Google Search's AI features.

• Creating special files for AI (such as LLMS.txt): There is no need to create special files for search or AI

• Content "chunking": There is no need to break content into small pieces to make it easier for AI to understand. Google's system can find relevant parts within a single page

• Rewriting into an AI-friendly style: Since AI can understand synonyms and context, there is no need to force yourself to cover every variation of a keyword. Write natural text for your readers

• Acquiring unnatural "mentions": While it remains important to have your articles mentioned on various sites and social media, trying to increase mentions through unnatural methods is counterproductive

In other words, writing natural and easy-to-understand articles for your readers is exactly what makes them easy to be read via search and AI.

9. Continue to be cautious with topics related to money, medicine, health, and law

Genres that have a major impact on life, such as money, medicine, health, and law (YMYL = Your Money or Your Life), continue to require reliability and expertise. When posting on these topics, be mindful of professional backing and accurate information sources.

However, there are cases where "sharing personal experiences" is valuable even for YMYL topics. You don't need to hesitate to post just because it is a YMYL topic, but for "specific advice or figures that could affect a reader's life," it is important to write based on expert information and reliable sources.

Summary: Writing good articles is the shortest path

I have introduced 9 points so far, but the important thing is simple.

"Writing articles that satisfy readers" is the biggest tip for making them easier to find, whether through search or AI.

Google's guidelines also offer this advice: "If you're unsure, ask yourself, 'Would a reader who reads this article be satisfied?' If the answer is Yes, you are heading in the right direction."

There is no need for special techniques or tricks. Focus on writing articles that value your own experiences and perspectives, with the intention of reaching your readers. note will continue to support you so that your articles reach as many people as possible!

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