Can't use a shared AnkiWeb deck? Make your own from notes
Import from AnkiWeb isn't one of DeckOwl's inputs. Upload your PDFs, slides, notes or photos and get flashcards with spaced repetition, then export them to Anki on Plus.
Getting an AnkiWeb deck into Anki, and the alternative
Most people who need to import an Anki deck from AnkiWeb just want cards that match a course they are already taking. A shared deck can cover a different textbook edition or skip the topics your instructor emphasized.
- Download the shared deck from AnkiWeb as an .apkg file before importing it into Anki desktop.
- Check that the deck's topics match your course before relying on its cards.
- Generate a custom set from your own PDFs or notes when no shared deck fits.
- Export to Anki on the Plus plan if you want your DeckOwl cards in Anki.
Cards from your own files
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes or a photo of a page and get flashcards matched to that material.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards are scheduled for review so you see harder material more often and easy material less often.
Anki export on Plus
The Plus plan exports to Anki, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV, so your cards can move into the app you already use.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slides, notes or an image of the pages you need to study.
Review the generated cards
Check the fronts and backs against your course material and edit anything that looks off.
Study or export
Study in the browser on the free plan, or export to Anki on Plus.
Generating cards from your own lecture slides or textbook chapter keeps the content aligned with what you will be tested on. Upload the file, review the cards, and study them with spaced repetition. Plus users can export the set to Anki.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make for a single textbook chapter?
Most chapters work well with 20 to 40 cards, each covering one idea. Start with a smaller set and add more after your first review sessions.
Should I review a shared deck before studying it?
Yes. Other users wrote shared decks, so check each front and back against your course material before you rely on them.
Can DeckOwl export flashcards to Anki?
Yes, on the Plus plan, which also includes PDF, DOCX and CSV export. The free plan lets you study in the browser but does not include exports.
Is there a free way to try it?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month, and no credit card is needed to start.
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