Turn any PDF upload into a quiz with explanations
Upload a PDF, slide deck or set of notes. DeckOwl writes multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions, each with an explanation of the correct answer.
How a quiz maker with PDF upload helps you study
A quiz maker with PDF upload saves time when your reading is already in a PDF from a course, textbook or lab handout. You skip retyping and go straight to practice questions built from the pages you were assigned.
- Start from the exact PDF your class uses, not a generic question bank
- Mix multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions in one quiz
- Read the explanation after every answer, right or wrong
- Regenerate the quiz from a new chapter whenever your notes change
Multiple-choice, true/false and open questions
Pick the question format that fits your practice. Each question comes with an explanation so you learn why the answer is right.
Reads PDFs, slides, DOCX and photos
Upload a PDF, PPTX, DOCX, plain text or a photo of a page. Photos are read with text recognition.
Study in the browser or export
Take the quiz in your browser on the free plan. Paid plans add PDF and DOCX export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slides, a Word file, notes or a photo of a page.
Choose the question types
Select multiple-choice, true/false or short answer questions and how many you want.
Take the quiz and review
Answer the questions, then read the explanation for each one to see where your understanding went wrong.
Testing yourself on your own material is one of the most reliable ways to find gaps before an exam. Explanations matter as much as the answer, because they show the reasoning behind each correct choice and help you fix the mistake next time.
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions should a quiz on one chapter have?
Ten to twenty questions usually cover the main ideas in a chapter without taking too long. Shorter quizzes work well for daily review, and longer ones suit a full unit before an exam.
Should I practice with multiple-choice or short answer questions?
Use multiple-choice for quick recognition and short answer questions to check whether you can recall an idea without a list of options. Mixing both gives a more realistic test of what you know.
Can I export my quiz?
Exports are paid features. Plus includes PDF and DOCX export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export for learning management systems.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, which includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser.
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