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Turn your notes into an Anki deck you can share online

Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page. DeckOwl builds flashcards with spaced repetition, and Plus exports them to Anki so you can send the deck to anyone.

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How to share an Anki deck without rebuilding it by hand

Sharing a study set works best when the cards are already good. With share an Anki deck online, you can start from your lecture slides or notes, generate flashcards in minutes, and export them as a deck file that opens in Anki.

Flashcards are generated from your own notes, slides or PDFs.
Plus exports the deck to Anki, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV.
Spaced repetition schedules reviews in the browser and in Anki.
The Free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study, without exports.

Example intro biology flashcards

What is the main function of the mitochondrion?It produces most of the cell's ATP through cellular respiration.

Which molecule carries amino acids to the ribosome during translation?Transfer RNA (tRNA), which pairs its anticodon with the matching mRNA codon.

What does osmosis describe?The net movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from low solute concentration to high solute concentration.

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?Mitosis produces two genetically identical diploid cells, while meiosis produces four genetically varied haploid gametes.

What does helicase do during DNA replication?It unwinds the double helix by breaking the hydrogen bonds between base pairs.

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Build from your own material

Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or photos of pages. Text in images is read with recognition, so handwritten-to-typed pages still become cards.

Export to Anki

On Plus, export your flashcards as an Anki deck file. Recipients import it into Anki and study with the same cards.

Spaced repetition built in

Cards are scheduled to come back at the right time, so the deck you share is ready for real review, not just a list of terms.

How it works

Upload your notes

Add a PDF, slides, a Word file, text or images. No credit card is needed to start.

Review the flashcards

Check the generated cards, edit any that need work, and remove the ones you do not need.

Export and send the file

On Plus, export to Anki and send the deck file. Your classmates import it into Anki to study.

An Anki deck is a file, so sharing it means sending that file through email, a course site or a shared drive. The person receiving it imports it into Anki and gets the same cards and scheduling settings you built. DeckOwl does not host a public link for the deck, so plan to send the file directly.

Before you share, read through the cards for accuracy. Each card should test one idea, and the answer should be short enough to recall in a few seconds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many cards should one shared deck include?

Keep each deck focused on one unit or topic so classmates can finish it in regular sessions. Split long lists into several cards so each answer stays short and easy to recall.

What makes a good flashcard for intro biology?

Each card should test one idea, such as a single function, process or term. Put the question on the front and a brief, accurate answer on the back.

Can I share an Anki deck with someone who does not use DeckOwl?

Yes. An exported Anki deck is a file that opens in Anki, so the recipient does not need a DeckOwl account. Exporting to Anki requires the Plus plan.

Can I export flashcards on the free plan?

No. The Free plan includes 3 generations per month and study in the browser, but exports are paid. Plus is $39 per year or $7.99 per month, and students get 40% off with a school email.

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Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.