Turn your notes into flashcards instead of a blank Word template
DeckOwl is an AI flashcard generator. Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page and get flashcards you can study right away.
Why a generated set beats a blank template
A blank grid is a free flashcard template for Word, but the hard part is writing good questions. DeckOwl reads your own material and drafts the front and back of each card, so you spend your time checking answers instead of typing them.
- Start from your own lecture slides or textbook chapter
- Edit any card before you study or export it
- Mix flashcards with quizzes and mind maps from the same upload
- Students with a school email get 40% off Plus
Any source you already have
PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or photos of pages read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition on Plus
Plus schedules each card to return just before you would forget it, so review time goes to what you need most.
Study free in the browser
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study. Word, PDF, Anki and CSV exports are on Plus.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slides, a DOCX file, notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the cards
DeckOwl drafts flashcards from your own content, so the questions match what you were given.
Study or export
Study in the browser on the free plan, or export to DOCX, PDF, Anki or CSV on Plus.
Cards only help if you review them on time. Plus adds spaced repetition, which brings back the cards you are close to forgetting first.
You can start with 3 free generations per month and no credit card. Students with a school email get 40% off Plus.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for photosynthesis?
Aim for one idea per card, usually 15 to 25 for a single photosynthesis lesson. Split the light reactions and the Calvin cycle into separate sets so each one stays focused.
What should a photosynthesis flashcard front look like?
Put one question or term on the front, such as 'Where do the light-dependent reactions take place?' Keep the back short, such as 'In the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplast.'
Can I export these flashcards to Word?
Yes, DOCX export is part of Plus, along with PDF, Anki and CSV export. The free plan lets you study the cards in your browser.
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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