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Turn your trivia notes into a pub quiz you write yourself

DeckOwl doesn't host ready-made pub quiz files, but it builds a custom round from material you already have, with answers and explanations for the host.

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Why build your own round instead of downloading one

A pub quiz download from a random website rarely matches the interests of your crowd, and many sheets are full of answers that are already outdated. Writing every question by hand takes hours, which is why many hosts start from their own reading.

  • Questions drawn from the material you upload, not a generic bank
  • Multiple choice, true/false and open formats in one generation
  • Explanations that help the host answer follow-up questions
  • Free plan to try it with no credit card needed
Example general knowledge trivia questions
What is the capital of Australia?Canberra. It was chosen as a compromise between rivals Sydney and Melbourne, and Parliament has met there since 1927.
Which element has the chemical symbol Au?Gold. The symbol comes from the Latin word aurum, meaning gold.
How many strings does a standard guitar have?Six. They are tuned E, A, D, G, B and E from lowest to highest pitch.
Which ocean is the largest by area?The Pacific Ocean. It covers more area than all of Earth's land masses combined.
Who wrote the play Hamlet?William Shakespeare. It was written in the early 1600s and is one of his most performed tragedies.
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Multiple choice, true/false and open questions

Pick the format that suits each round, from quick true/false starters to open questions for the final round.

Explanations for every answer

Each question includes a short explanation, so the host can settle disputes and teach something after each round.

Built from your own material

Upload a PDF, slide deck, document or photo of notes, and the questions come from that content rather than a generic list.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text file or a photo of your notes.

Choose question types

Select multiple choice, true/false or open questions, then generate the set.

Study or export the round

Review the questions in the browser, or export them if you have a paid plan.

DeckOwl reads your notes, textbook chapters or slides and writes questions based only on that content. You can review each one, keep the good ones and add explanations for the answers, so the round stays accurate and fun for everyone.

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions make a good pub quiz round?

Most hosts keep each round short enough to finish comfortably in one sitting. Mixing easy and hard questions across themed sections keeps teams engaged from start to finish.

How do I write trivia questions that are fair for mixed teams?

Aim for questions with one clear, verifiable answer and avoid obscure wording that favors specialists. Test a few questions on a friend before the event to check that the answers are unambiguous.

Can I export my pub quiz as a PDF?

Yes, PDF and DOCX exports are included with Plus at $99.90/year or $9.99/month, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export are on Pro at $14.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.

Do I need a credit card to try it?

No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card, and students get 40% off with a school email.

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