Turn spreadsheet content and study files into flashcards with AI
DeckOwl doesn't read .xlsx files directly. Paste your rows as text, or export the sheet to PDF, and get flashcards with spaced repetition.
Why a spreadsheet is not the only way in
Many people looking for a flashcard app with Excel import already have their terms in a spreadsheet, but the spreadsheet itself is rarely the best study format. Rows of terms and definitions work better as question-and-answer cards that you test yourself on.
- Spreadsheets are not read directly, so export to PDF or paste the rows as text.
- Keep each term and its definition on the same line so the cards pair them correctly.
- Review the generated cards and remove any that duplicate or misread a row.
- Use spaced repetition so a long list does not need to be reviewed in one sitting.
Paste rows as text
Copy terms and definitions from a spreadsheet into plain text and generate cards from them.
Upload a PDF export
Save your sheet as a PDF and upload it along with slides, DOCX files or photos of printed pages.
Spaced repetition review
Cards come back at the intervals your memory needs, so older rows keep getting reviewed.
How it works
Gather your material
Copy the rows you want to study or export the sheet to PDF.
Generate flashcards
Paste the text or upload the file, and DeckOwl writes question and answer cards.
Study and review
Work through the deck in your browser and let spaced repetition schedule the repeats.
DeckOwl takes PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text and images. Paste the cell contents as text or export the sheet to PDF, and the tool drafts flashcards you can edit before studying. Spaced repetition is included on the Plus plan, which also adds Anki and CSV export.
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Frequently asked questions
Can DeckOwl import an Excel (.xlsx) file?
Not directly. DeckOwl accepts PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes and images, so export the sheet to PDF or paste the rows as text.
How should I set up a spreadsheet before turning it into flashcards?
Use one term and one definition per row, with a single header row and no merged cells. Clear, short pairs produce cleaner cards and easier review.
How many flashcards should I study in one session?
Shorter daily sessions usually beat one long cram, so study a manageable batch and let spaced repetition bring back the rest over time.
Is spaced repetition free?
Spaced repetition is part of the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study, but no exports.
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