Turn any PDF or set of notes into Anki cards with AI
Upload a lecture PDF, a slide deck, typed notes or a photo of a textbook page. DeckOwl reads the material and writes flashcards you can review with spaced repetition.
How an Anki card generator fits into studying
Most students who build Anki decks by hand spend more time typing than reviewing. A good Anki card generator reads the source material first, pulls out the terms and facts worth memorizing, and writes each one as a clear question with a short answer.
- Start from your own lecture slides, readings or notes instead of a generic deck.
- Check each card against the source and delete or edit any that are unclear.
- Review new cards daily for a short session rather than cramming before an exam.
- Use quizzes after a deck to find the gaps your flashcards did not cover.
Reads the formats you already have
Works with PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text and images. Photos of pages are read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards come back at the intervals that help you remember them, so you spend less time on what you already know.
Export when you need to
Send your decks to Anki, or to PDF, DOCX and CSV, on the Plus plan.
How it works
Upload your material
Drop in a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page.
Generate your cards
DeckOwl writes flashcards from the content, along with quizzes and mind maps if you want them.
Study or export
Review in the browser on the free plan, or export to Anki on Plus.
The cards are only useful if you review them on a schedule. DeckOwl spaces reviews so hard cards return more often and easy ones less often. Plus users can export the deck to Anki and keep studying there, while free users can study directly in the browser.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for the American Civil War?
Aim for one card per date, person, battle or policy you need to recall, and keep each card to a single fact. A unit covering causes, major battles and Reconstruction often works well at a few dozen cards.
How often should I review flashcards with spaced repetition?
Review new cards every day in short sessions, usually 15 to 30 minutes. Spaced repetition then brings cards back at longer intervals as you answer them correctly.
Can I export my flashcards to Anki?
Yes, but export to Anki is a Plus feature. Plus costs $39 per year or $7.99 per month, and students get 40% off with a school email.
Is there a free plan, and do I need a credit card?
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, with no exports. You do not need a credit card to start.
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