A flashcard maker for the words in your vocab notebook
Upload a photo of your notebook page, a typed word list or class slides. DeckOwl turns the vocabulary into flashcards you review on a spaced repetition schedule.
Why a vocab notebook needs flashcards
Some students want a vocab notebook flashcard maker that skips the step of copying every new word onto index cards before a quiz. Upload the notebook page, a typed list or the slides your teacher used, and the generator builds cards you can review on a spaced repetition schedule.
- Each word goes on the front, with its meaning and an example sentence on the back.
- Hard words repeat more often, so review time goes to the words you are about to forget.
- The free plan gives you 3 generations per month and browser study with no exports.
- Plus adds unlimited generations and PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export for $39/year or $7.99/month.
Reads your own pages
Photos of handwritten vocab pages are read with text recognition, so your notebook can stay the source.
Spaced repetition built in
Words you miss come back sooner, and words you know move to longer gaps between reviews.
Cards with context
Each card can show the word on the front and the meaning and a sample sentence on the back.
How it works
Add your vocab material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or photo of your notebook pages.
Generate the flashcards
DeckOwl creates cards from the words and definitions it finds in your material.
Study on a schedule
Review in the browser on the free plan, or export to Anki or CSV on Plus.
Photos of handwritten pages are read with text recognition, so the notebook itself can stay the source as long as the writing is legible. Typed lists, PDFs, DOCX files and PPTX slides work the same way.
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Frequently asked questions
How many words should go in one flashcard set?
Keep each set to about 15 to 25 words so you can finish a review in one sitting. Group words by unit or chapter so related terms appear together.
How should I study a vocab notebook with flashcards?
Write the word on the front and its definition plus one example sentence on the back. Review the cards you miss most often, and let spaced repetition bring back words before you forget them.
Can I export my vocabulary flashcards?
Export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV is part of the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study the cards in the browser with 3 generations per month.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No, you can start on the free plan without a credit card. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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