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Turn your own notes into Anki flashcards with AI

Upload a PDF, slide deck, set of notes or a photo of a page. DeckOwl builds flashcards from your material and schedules reviews with spaced repetition, so you spend time studying instead of hunting for the right app.

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Why students look for an Anki flashcards app

Many students searching for an Anki flashcards app want the same thing: cards they can review on a schedule without typing every question by hand. The hard part is usually making the cards, not finding somewhere to review them.

Flashcards generated from your own PDFs, slides, notes and images
Spaced repetition so cards you struggle with return sooner
Quizzes with explanations and mind maps from the same material
Export to Anki, PDF, DOCX or CSV on the Plus plan

Example biology flashcards on cell structures

MitochondriaOrganelles that produce most of the cell's ATP through cellular respiration.

OsmosisMovement of water across a semipermeable membrane from lower to higher solute concentration.

RibosomeThe site of protein synthesis, where mRNA is translated into a polypeptide chain.

DiploidHaving two sets of chromosomes, one inherited from each parent.

Golgi apparatusOrganelle that modifies, sorts and packages proteins and lipids for transport.

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Built from your material

Upload PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain text notes, or images of pages. Text in photos is read with text recognition.

Spaced repetition built in

Cards come back at the right time based on how well you recalled them, so weak spots get more practice.

Export when you need it

On Plus, export your flashcards to Anki, or as PDF, DOCX or CSV, and keep studying wherever your deck lives.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a lecture PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a textbook page.

Review the generated cards

Check the flashcards DeckOwl creates and edit any that need clearer wording.

Study on a schedule

Review cards daily with spaced repetition, then export to Anki if you prefer that app.

DeckOwl generates flashcards from your own lecture notes and documents, then schedules reviews with spaced repetition. You can study in the browser on the free plan, or export to Anki on Plus if you want your cards in that app.

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Frequently asked questions

How many flashcards should I make for a biology unit on cell structures?

Aim for one card per term or process, and focus on the organelles and steps your instructor covered. Skip details you are unlikely to be tested on so your review stays manageable.

What is the best way to study flashcards with spaced repetition?

Review cards on the schedule the app suggests and rate how well you recalled each one, so harder cards come back sooner. Short daily sessions usually work better than one long cram before an exam.

Can I export DeckOwl flashcards to Anki?

Yes, exporting to Anki is included with Plus, which costs $99.90 per year or $9.99 per month. The free plan allows study in the browser with 3 generations per month, but no exports.

Is there a free plan, and do I need a credit card to start?

The free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study, and you do not need a credit card to begin. Students get 40% off with a school email.

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