Get Anki flashcards from your own PDFs and notes
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page. DeckOwl writes the flashcards, schedules review with spaced repetition, and exports to Anki on Plus.
Why moving cards into Anki takes more than a copy and paste
Most students who want an Anki flashcard import end up retyping notes by hand, which is slow and tends to skip the details that matter. A better starting point is a set of cards built from the source you actually study, such as your lecture slides or chapter PDF.
- Start from your own lecture slides, chapter PDFs or notes instead of retyping
- Check each card against the source before you export
- Keep cards short, with one fact per front
- Review daily in Anki once the deck is imported
Any source material
Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes or photos of pages. Images are read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards come back at the right time so you review what you are about to forget.
Export to Anki
On Plus, export your cards to Anki along with PDF, DOCX and CSV files.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slide deck, set of notes or photo of a textbook page.
Review the cards
Check the generated flashcards and remove or edit any that miss the point.
Export to Anki
On the Plus plan, export the deck and bring it into Anki for review.
DeckOwl reads your file and drafts question and answer cards from it. You check and edit the set, then export it to Anki on the Plus plan so your review schedule continues in the app you already use.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make per topic?
Aim for one fact per card and cover a single topic in about 20 to 40 cards. If a card needs a long answer, split it into two cards so each review stays quick.
What is the best way to study Anki flashcards?
Review a little every day rather than cramming, and rate each card honestly so the spacing adjusts. Rewrite any card you keep missing so the question is clearer.
Does exporting to Anki cost money?
Yes, Anki export is included in the Plus plan at $99.90 per year or $9.99 per month, and the Free plan is for studying in the browser only. Students can get 40% off with a school email.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No, you can start on the Free plan without a credit card. The Free plan includes 3 generations per month and in-browser study.
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