Turn your notes into a custom Anki deck with AI
Upload a PDF, slide deck, document or photo of a page. DeckOwl builds flashcards with spaced repetition, and you can export them to Anki on Plus.
Why build your Anki deck from your own notes
This Anki deck creator turns lecture slides, textbook chapters and handwritten notes into cards you can review. Starting from your own material keeps the deck tied to what your instructor covers, which matters more than a generic set of cards.
- Cards come from the exact pages or slides you upload
- Each card keeps a single question and a short answer for clean recall
- Spaced repetition schedules reviews automatically
- Anki export is available on Plus, and students get 40% off with a school email
Built from your material
Start with the PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain notes, or photos of pages you already have, so the deck matches your course.
Spaced repetition included
Cards are scheduled for review at increasing intervals, so you spend time on what you are about to forget.
Export when you need it
Plus includes Anki and CSV export, along with PDF and DOCX. The free plan keeps studying in the browser.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, slides, notes, or an image of a page. Text recognition reads photos too.
Review the cards
Check the generated flashcards and edit any that need a clearer question or answer.
Study or export
Study in the browser with spaced repetition, or export to Anki on a Plus plan.
Writing cards by hand is slow, and most people stop after a few sessions. Generating the first draft from your source lets you spend your time checking the answers and studying them instead. You can still edit or delete any card before you start.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for an electric circuits unit?
Start with one card per definition, formula, and circuit rule in the unit, then add cards only for ideas you keep missing.
What should a good flashcard for Ohm's law look like?
Ask for one fact per card, such as the formula or what each variable means, rather than a full paragraph. Short answers make spaced repetition easier to keep up with.
Can I export my deck to Anki?
Yes, Anki export is available on the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start without a credit card, and the free plan includes 3 generations per month.
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