Fix flashcards that are backwards, using your own notes
Upload a PDF, slides, notes, or a photo of a page and get a fresh deck with the question on the front and spaced repetition built in.
Why flashcards end up backwards and how to fix them
Cards that show the answer first are a common reason students feel stuck partway through a unit. If your quizlet flashcards are backwards, you do not have to rewrite every card by hand. Upload the source file and DeckOwl builds a new deck from it, with the prompt on the front and the answer on the back.
- Put the term or question on the front so you practice recalling the answer.
- Generate from your own notes so the cards match what your class covered.
- Review a sample of cards before studying to confirm the direction.
- Keep sessions short and let spaced repetition bring back the cards you miss.
Question on the front
Each card is written so the prompt you need to recall appears first and the answer sits on the back.
Any source file
Start from PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain text notes, or images of pages read with text recognition.
Spaced repetition
Cards you miss come back sooner, so the deck keeps working after the first pass.
How it works
Upload your material
Add the PDF, slides, notes, or photo that the old cards came from.
Check the direction
Review the generated cards and confirm the term or question is on the front.
Study in the browser
Practice on the free plan, or export to PDF, DOCX, Anki, or CSV on Plus.
Before you start studying, check a few cards from the new set to confirm the direction is right. Then study in the browser on the free plan, which includes 3 generations per month. If you want the deck in another tool, Plus adds exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV, along with unlimited generations.
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Frequently asked questions
Should flashcards show the term or the definition on the front?
Put the term or question you need to recall on the front, because pulling the answer from a prompt is the practice that builds memory. For vocabulary, some students also make a second set in the reverse direction so recall works either way.
How long should a flashcard study session be?
Short sessions of a few dozen cards usually work better than one long pass through a large deck. Spaced repetition then schedules the cards you find hard to come back sooner.
Can I export my flashcards to Anki or as a PDF?
Yes, but exports are a paid feature. Plus is $39/year or $7.99/month and includes PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export, while the free plan is limited to browser study.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No, you can start without a credit card. Students also get 40% off with a school email.
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