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What a quiz generator prompt should tell the tool

A quiz generator prompt works best when it names the source material, the question types, the difficulty level and whether you want explanations. Vague requests tend to produce generic questions that do not match your course.

  • Name the source material so questions come from your notes, not general knowledge.
  • Specify the question types, such as multiple-choice, true/false or short open answers.
  • State the difficulty level, for example introductory course or final exam review.
  • Ask for an explanation with every answer so you learn from mistakes.
Example questions on writing a quiz generator prompt
Why should a quiz prompt name the question type?Naming multiple-choice, true/false or open questions tells the tool which format to produce, so you do not receive a mix you did not ask for.
What should a prompt say about difficulty?State the audience level, such as introductory course or exam review, so the questions match the depth you need to study.
Why upload your own material instead of describing it?Questions built from your notes test what your course covers, rather than broad general knowledge that may not appear on your exam.
Should a quiz prompt ask for explanations?Yes, because explanations show why the correct answer is right and why the others are wrong, which turns each question into a short lesson.
Why ask for a set number of questions per topic?A fixed count for each topic keeps coverage balanced, so one chapter does not dominate the whole quiz.
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Questions from your material

DeckOwl builds each quiz from the files you upload, so the questions match what your course actually covers.

Explanations for every answer

Each question comes with an explanation, so wrong answers become lessons instead of dead ends.

Export when you need it

Study in the browser on the free plan, or export to PDF and DOCX on Plus. Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML.

How it works

Upload your notes

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

Choose question types

Pick multiple-choice, true/false or open questions, which replaces the need to write a detailed prompt.

Study or export

Work through the quiz in your browser, then export it if your plan includes exports.

A DeckOwl upload covers those details automatically, since the questions come from your own files. You can still choose the format and the depth, and the explanations show why each answer is right or wrong.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I write a good quiz generator prompt?

Name the source, the question types, the difficulty level and whether you want explanations. Keep it to a few specific lines so the output stays on topic.

How many questions should a quiz have for one study session?

A short set per topic, often around 10 to 15 questions, keeps a session focused. Adjust the count to how much time you have and how many topics you are covering.

Can I export my quiz?

Yes, the Plus plan exports to PDF and DOCX, and the Pro plan adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML for learning management systems. The free plan lets you study in the browser without 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. Students get 40% off with a school email.

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