Study faster by turning your own notes into flashcards
Upload a PDF, DOCX, slide deck, plain text file or photo of a page, and get flashcards you can review with spaced repetition.
From written notes to a study set you can review
Turning written notes into flashcards usually means rereading every page and copying out the terms that matter. DeckOwl reads your file, picks out the key terms and definitions, and builds cards you can review with spaced repetition, so the work you already put into your notes goes further.
- Upload one set of notes at a time to keep each study session focused.
- Use photos of pages when you do not have a typed copy of the notes.
- Review cards on a regular schedule instead of cramming the night before.
- Export to Anki or CSV on Plus if you already study in another app.
Works with the notes you already have
Use typed notes, handouts, slide decks or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition.
Cards built from your own material
Every flashcard comes from what you uploaded, so you study your class content rather than generic sets.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards come back at the right intervals, so you spend time on the ones you are about to forget.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or image of a page. No credit card is needed to start.
Generate flashcards
DeckOwl pulls out key terms and definitions and turns them into cards.
Study in the browser
Review on any device with spaced repetition. Paid plans add exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV.
It accepts typed notes, PDF handouts, DOCX files, PPTX slides, plain text and photos of pages, which are read with text recognition. Start with one lecture or chapter, check that the cards match what your notes actually say, and then build up the rest of the course.
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Frequently asked questions
How many flashcards should I make from one set of notes?
Most sets of notes work well with one card per key term or definition, so a page with ten main ideas usually gives about ten cards. Drop cards that repeat the same fact in different words.
What makes a good flashcard made from written notes?
A good card asks one question with one clear answer, such as a term on the front and its definition on the back. Avoid cards that need a full paragraph to answer, since those are hard to review quickly.
Can I export my flashcards?
Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV are part of the Plus plan. The Free plan lets you study the flashcards in the browser.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the Free plan, which includes 3 generations per month, without adding a credit card.
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