Turn your own PDFs and notes into flashcards on Windows
DeckOwl runs in your browser on Windows, so there is nothing to install. Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page and start reviewing with spaced repetition.
Why a browser-based flashcard app works well on Windows
Most students on Windows already have course material as PDFs, slides and Word files, so a flashcard app should start from those files instead of a blank card deck. DeckOwl reads them in the browser and turns the content into cards you can review right away.
- Runs in any modern browser on Windows
- Reads PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text and photos of pages
- Spaced repetition schedules reviews automatically
- Anki and CSV export on Plus for use in other apps
Works in any Windows browser
Study in Edge, Chrome or Firefox. The free plan needs no installer and no credit card to start.
Flashcards from your own files
Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or photos of pages, and the AI reads the material and drafts cards.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards return at the right time, so you spend your study session on what you are about to forget.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes file or photo of a page from your Windows PC.
Review the generated cards
Keep, edit or delete the flashcards the AI drafts from your content.
Study on a schedule
Spaced repetition brings each card back at the right interval for your memory.
Because the study tool runs in a browser tab, it works on any Windows laptop or desktop without an installer. The free plan includes three generations a month and studying in the browser. Plus adds unlimited generations and export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV for use elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for an IT certification exam on Windows?
Aim for one card per term, command or fact, which often comes to 20 to 40 cards for a single chapter. Remove cards you know well and add more from the topics you miss.
How do I study Windows commands with flashcards?
Put the command on the back and what it does on the front, then practice typing it on a test PC. Daily reviews with spaced repetition help the exact syntax stick.
Is there a free flashcard app for Windows?
Yes, the free plan includes three generations per month and studying in the browser. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki or CSV require a paid plan.
Do I need to install anything on my Windows PC?
No. DeckOwl runs in your browser, so there is no installer, and you can start without a credit card.
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