Hatcher addresses this by advocating for a "Hybrid Approach." For heavy academic research requiring complex highlighting, he may suggest using a dedicated tool (like Zotero) and linking the Notion page to the external file. However, for general productivity—contracts, invoices, quick reference guides, and lighter reading—he maintains that native Notion embedding is superior due to the seamless UI experience.
One of the key methods Hatcher highlights is the use of . Unlike attaching a file as a downloadable link, Notion allows users to embed a PDF directly onto a page.