Turn your notes into printable flashcards you can open in Word
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page, and DeckOwl builds flashcards with spaced repetition. Export to DOCX for a printable set on Plus.
Why a custom set beats a generic printable template
Learning how to create printable flashcards in Word starts with the material you already have. A generic template may not match your lecture slides or textbook chapter, so cards built from your own files usually fit what you need to study. Upload the PDF, slides or notes, and DeckOwl drafts question and answer cards you can review and edit.
- Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or photo of a page
- Review generated cards before you print them
- Export DOCX or PDF on the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month
- Start free with 3 generations per month and no credit card
From your own material
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or photos of pages. Text in images is read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards come back at the intervals that suit you, so you review what you are about to forget.
Export to Word or Anki
Plus exports DOCX and PDF for printing, plus Anki and CSV. The free plan studies in the browser with no exports.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or photo of a page.
Generate your cards
DeckOwl drafts flashcards from the content you provided.
Export to Word
On Plus, export a DOCX file to print or edit, or study in the browser.
Once the cards look right, Plus lets you export a DOCX file to print or edit in Word, or a PDF if you want a fixed layout. Spaced repetition still works when you study on screen, so printing is one option rather than the only one.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for a circuits unit?
Make one card for each definition, law, or formula you need to recall, then add cards for worked problems. Drop any card you can answer without thinking after several reviews.
How do I study circuit theory with flashcards effectively?
Put the question on the front and the reasoning on the back, such as the rule that applies and why it applies. Review in short sessions so spaced repetition can bring back the cards you miss.
Can I print my flashcards from DeckOwl?
Yes, the Plus plan lets you export DOCX or PDF files for printing. The free plan lets you study in the browser but does not include exports.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No, you can start on the free plan without a credit card. It includes 3 generations per month.
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