Flashcard maker software that turns your notes into study cards
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page and get flashcards with spaced repetition, plus quizzes and mind maps from the same material.
How flashcard maker software fits into a study routine
Most students already have the material they need: lecture slides, a chapter PDF, or a page of handwritten notes. flashcard maker software saves the step of rewriting that material by hand, so your time goes into recall instead of copying. Start by uploading one source and checking the cards it produces.
- Accepts PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text and images
- Flashcards and quizzes with explanations from one upload
- Study in the browser on the free plan
- Export to Anki, CSV, PDF or DOCX on Plus
Works with your files
Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards you know well come back less often, and cards you miss return sooner, so review time goes where you need it.
Quizzes and mind maps too
Generate multiple choice, true/false and short answer quizzes with explanations, or a mind map from the same source.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes file or image of a page.
Generate your cards
DeckOwl creates flashcards from the text it finds, ready for you to edit.
Study and review
Work through the deck in your browser and let spaced repetition schedule the cards you miss.
Good generated cards are short and focused on one fact each. Read through the first batch, delete anything vague, and fix any card with a wrong answer, since a mistake repeated through spaced review is harder to unlearn than one you catch early.
Spaced repetition handles the scheduling. Cards you know well appear less often and cards you miss come back sooner, so a deck built from one long chapter stays manageable across several weeks.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for a solar system unit?
Aim for one fact per card, covering each planet's key features, orbital facts and terms from your lecture. Most units need a few dozen cards, and you can add more wherever you notice gaps.
What makes a good flashcard for science topics?
Use a specific question on the front, such as the name of the largest planet, and a short answer on the back. Avoid cards that ask for a whole paragraph, because they are hard to judge honestly when you review.
Is flashcard maker software free to use?
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, but exports are not included. Plus adds unlimited generations and export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV.
Can I export my flashcards?
Export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV is part of the Plus plan at $39 per year or $7.99 per month. Students with a school email get 40% off, and no credit card is needed to start.
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