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Turn your PDFs and notes into flashcards for Anki on Windows

DeckOwl runs in your browser and makes flashcards from your own material. Anki is a separate app you install on Windows, and DeckOwl can export your cards to it.

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Getting Anki flashcards on Windows

Most people searching for Anki flashcards on Windows want a deck they can study in the Anki app, but they also have their own lecture slides and textbook chapters to turn into cards. Anki itself is downloaded from its official website and installed on your PC. DeckOwl does not host that app.

Anki is a separate desktop app; install it from its official site on Windows.
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Example general biology flashcards (sample topic)

What is the function of mitochondria?They produce most of the cell's ATP through cellular respiration.

What is osmosis?The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from lower solute concentration to higher solute concentration.

What is the role of ribosomes?They build proteins by translating messenger RNA into amino acid chains.

Where do the light reactions of photosynthesis occur?In the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts, where they make ATP and NADPH and release oxygen.

What does mitosis produce?Two genetically identical daughter cells.

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Built from your material

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or photo of a page, and get flashcards written from your own lessons.

Spaced repetition

Cards are scheduled for review at growing intervals so you spend time on what you are about to forget.

Export to Anki

Send your deck to Anki on Plus, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV export.

How it works

Upload your notes

Add a PDF, slide deck, document, text file or image of a page.

Generate and review cards

Check the flashcards DeckOwl creates and edit any that need changes.

Study or export

Study in the browser on the free plan, or export to Anki on Plus.

DeckOwl creates the cards for you. Upload your material, review the generated flashcards, and keep the ones that match what your course covers. On the free plan you get 3 generations a month and can study in the browser. Plus adds unlimited generations and export to Anki, so the deck can move into your Windows install.

Because the cards come from your own files, the deck reflects your course rather than a generic list. That makes it easier to review before an exam.

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Frequently asked questions

How many flashcards should I make for one topic?

Aim for one fact or question per card so each can be answered in a few seconds. For a single lecture, 20 to 40 focused cards is a reasonable start.

How often should I review flashcards with spaced repetition?

Review cards as they come due rather than cramming them the night before. Cards you miss will return sooner, and cards you know will be spaced further apart.

Can I export my flashcards to Anki for free?

Export to Anki is a Plus feature, priced at $39 a year or $7.99 a month. The free plan lets you study flashcards in the browser with 3 generations per month.

Does DeckOwl need to be installed on Windows?

No. DeckOwl works in your browser, so there is nothing to install for it. You only need to install Anki separately if you want to study there.

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