Print your own flashcards from PDFs, slides, or notes
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page and get flashcards with spaced repetition. Export them as PDF on Plus when you want paper copies.
Printing flashcards you made yourself
Yes, you can print on flashcards, and the most useful version is a set built from the material you are actually studying. Pre-made printable sets are generic, so they rarely match your lecture slides or textbook chapter.
- Start with the terms and definitions your instructor emphasized in class.
- Print a small batch first, then add more cards as you move through the unit.
- Keep the cards you miss in a separate pile and review them more often.
- Shuffle the stack before each session so you practice recall, not card order.
Built from your own material
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or photos of pages, and get cards based on what your course actually covers.
PDF export on Plus
Plus exports your flashcards as PDF, along with DOCX, Anki and CSV, so you can print them on the paper or card stock you have.
Spaced repetition
Reviews are scheduled for the cards you are about to forget, so a printed set and digital review can work together.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, slide deck, DOCX file, text notes or a photo of a page.
Check the cards
Review the flashcards DeckOwl creates and edit any that need clearer wording.
Export and print
On Plus, export to PDF and print the set at home or wherever you have access to a printer.
DeckOwl reads your PDFs, slides, notes and photos of pages, then creates flashcards you can export as PDF on the Plus plan. You can print the set, study it on paper, and still use spaced repetition in the browser or in Anki.
The free plan includes three generations per month and studying in the browser, but it does not include exports, so you will need Plus to print.
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Frequently asked questions
How many cards should I print for one cell biology chapter?
Most chapters work well with a few dozen cards focused on terms you find difficult. Start with the most important vocabulary and add more as you learn the material.
Is it better to write flashcards by hand or print them?
Writing cards by hand can help some learners remember details, while printed cards are quicker to review in batches. Either way, test yourself from the front before flipping the card over.
Can I print flashcards for free?
The free plan includes three generations per month and studying in the browser, but exports are not included. PDF export is part of Plus, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No credit card is needed to start. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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