Make flashcards from your notes without the Quizlet app
Upload a PDF, slide deck, document, notes file or photo of a page. DeckOwl drafts the flashcards, and spaced repetition schedules your reviews so you remember them longer.
Making flashcards from the material you already have
Knowing how to make flashcards on the Quizlet app comes down to one question: where do the terms come from? Typing every term by hand takes hours, and a generic deck rarely matches your course. DeckOwl reads your own PDF, slides, notes or photos and drafts the cards, so you can edit them and start reviewing the same day.
- Cards come from your own course material, not a generic deck.
- Each card can be edited before you study it.
- Spaced repetition brings difficult cards back more often.
- Free plan to start, with no credit card needed.
Start from your own files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or photos of pages. Text in images is read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards return at the right time, so you spend more review time on the ones you are about to forget.
Study in the browser
The free plan includes three generations a month and browser study. Plus adds exports to Anki, CSV, PDF and DOCX.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slide deck, document, notes file or a photo of a page.
Generate your cards
DeckOwl drafts flashcards from the content. Edit any card before you start studying.
Study on a schedule
Review with spaced repetition in your browser, and export to Anki on Plus.
Spaced repetition then schedules each card so the hard ones come back sooner. You can study in the browser on the free plan, which includes three generations a month, and move to Plus when you need unlimited generations and exports.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for a plate tectonics unit?
Aim for one card per distinct term or relationship, such as a boundary type and what happens there. Split any card that tests more than one idea.
What makes a good plate tectonics flashcard?
Ask about one concept at a time rather than copying a whole paragraph onto the back. Short answers are easier to recall during review.
Can I export my flashcards from DeckOwl?
Yes, on Plus you can export to Anki, CSV, PDF and DOCX. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, and students get 40% off with a school email.
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