Fix an Anki deck that only shows 20 cards
In most cases the cap is a daily new-card setting, not missing material. Change it in Anki's deck options, or turn your own PDFs, slides, notes or images into flashcards with DeckOwl and export them to Anki on Plus.
Why your Anki deck stops at 20 cards
When Anki decks that only show 20 cards turn up, the cause is usually a daily limit rather than missing material. Anki's default New cards/day setting is 20, so once that many new cards have been introduced, the rest wait until the next day.
- Anki's default is 20 new cards per day for each deck.
- Raise New cards/day in deck options to see more new cards.
- Maximum reviews/day is a separate limit, defaulting to 200.
- Plus includes unlimited generations and export to Anki.
Finds the real cause
Anki's daily limits, not your content, usually decide how many cards appear each day.
Builds cards from your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, notes or photos of pages and get flashcards with spaced repetition.
Exports to Anki
On Plus, export your DeckOwl flashcards to Anki, plus PDF, DOCX and CSV.
How it works
Open deck options
In Anki, click the gear icon next to the deck and choose Options.
Raise New cards/day
Under Daily Limits, increase New cards/day to a number you can keep up with.
Or generate a fresh deck
Upload your own material to DeckOwl and export the flashcards to Anki on Plus.
Review limits work separately and default to 200 reviews per day. If you raise new cards, keep an eye on the review queue so it stays manageable, and add cards in steady batches as you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Why does my Anki deck show only 20 new cards?
Anki's default New cards/day setting is 20, so the deck stops offering new cards after that many for the day. Cards that are not yet due stay hidden until their review date.
How many new flashcards should I study each day?
Many learners find 10 to 30 new cards a day workable, depending on time and difficulty. Raise the limit gradually so reviews do not pile up.
Can I export DeckOwl flashcards to Anki?
Yes, export to Anki is included with Plus, which is $99.90 per year or $9.99 per month, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV export. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Are DeckOwl flashcards scheduled with spaced repetition?
Yes, DeckOwl flashcards use spaced repetition, so reviews are scheduled for you. Students with a school email get 40% off Plus.
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