Turn your notes into flashcards with an easy-to-use maker
Upload a PDF, a slide deck, a set of notes or a photo of a page. DeckOwl builds a deck you can review in minutes, with spaced repetition built in.
Why a simple flashcard maker saves study time
Most students do not have time to type cards by hand, and a long setup process often means the cards never get made. A easy-to-use flashcard maker solves that by reading your own material and turning it into a deck you can study the same day.
- Upload PDFs, slides, notes or photos of pages
- Review cards with spaced repetition in the browser
- Start free with 3 generations per month and no credit card
- Export to Anki, CSV, PDF or DOCX on the Plus plan
Works with the files you already have
Upload PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain text notes, or photos of pages. Images are read with text recognition.
Cards you can review right away
Each card has a clear question or term on the front and a short answer on the back, so you can start studying without editing.
Spaced repetition included
Cards you miss come back sooner, and cards you know move further apart, so you spend time where it counts.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slides, notes or an image of a page. No setup or formatting is needed.
Generate your flashcards
DeckOwl turns the content into flashcards. Free accounts get 3 generations per month.
Study in the browser
Review your deck with spaced repetition. Plus unlocks exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV.
Good cards test one idea each. Start with the key terms and definitions in your notes, then add cards for the processes and relationships your instructor stresses. Keep the wording short so each review takes seconds.
Once the deck exists, spaced repetition does the scheduling. Review it in short daily sessions, and let the cards you miss come back more often until they stick.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for intro biology?
Aim for one card per key term or concept, which usually means 20 to 40 cards for a single chapter. Short cards that test one idea each are easier to review than long ones.
How do I study flashcards effectively?
Review cards in short daily sessions and spend extra time on the ones you miss. Spaced repetition schedules each card so you see it just before you would forget it.
Can I export my flashcards?
Yes, the Plus plan lets you export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Is there a free plan?
Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study. No credit card is needed to start.
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