PDF to Flashcards Generator
Step 1: Upload
Provide a PDF, and let our AI create flashcards for you. It's fast, easy, and requires no account.
Step 2: Practice
Review your flashcards directly on Scholarly, share, print, or export them to platforms like Anki.
Step 3: Test Yourself
Master your material, then use our exam mode to test your knowledge and get personalized AI feedback.
Upload Your Document
Select a PDF, Word document (DOCX), or PowerPoint (PPTX) to convert it into interactive flashcards. You can also drag and drop a file here. You will be redirected to register.
Your files are securely processed by Scholarly's advanced AI.
How PDF to Flashcards Works
Our AI reads your PDF and identifies the key information worth studying: definitions, concepts, formulas, dates, and relationships between ideas. It then structures this into flashcards with clear questions on one side and concise answers on the other.
Unlike manual flashcard creation that can take hours, this process completes in seconds. The AI focuses on testable material, so you spend less time making cards and more time actually learning.
Supported File Types
Beyond PDFs, you can also convert PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, images of notes, and even YouTube videos into flashcards. Each format has its own dedicated tool, or you can use the tabs above to switch between them.
Export Options
Once your flashcards are ready, you can study them directly on Scholarly with spaced repetition, export to Anki (.apkg format), download as CSV for Quizlet, or print them as physical cards. Your flashcard sets are saved to your account so you can access them from any device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Upload your PDF file and our AI extracts the key concepts, terms, and definitions to generate question-and-answer flashcards. You can edit, delete, or add cards before studying.
Yes, you can convert PDFs to flashcards for free. Free users can create up to 3 flashcard sets. Unlimited conversions are available with a paid plan.
Yes, you can export your flashcards to Anki format (.apkg) or as a CSV file that works with Quizlet and other flashcard apps.
Text-based PDFs like lecture slides, textbook chapters, and study guides work best. Scanned documents and image-heavy PDFs may have reduced accuracy.
Yes, you have full control to edit, delete, or add new flashcards after the AI generates them. You can also regenerate specific cards if needed.
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Free
A simple yet powerful version of Scholarly ready for all students.
500 Autocomplete words per day
Write notes alongside AI.
3 Daily AI Assistant messages
Learn alongside an AI tutor.
1 Daily research reports
AI-powered research assistance.
1 file upload daily
Upload PDFs, videos, and flashcard images.
Only 10 flashcards per day in Study Mode
Practice with spaced repetition.
Up to 8 Pages for PDF to Flashcards
Generate flashcards from PDF pages.
8MB file upload limit
Upload PDFs and videos up to 8MB.
1 AI podcast per day
Turn your materials into podcast conversations.
1 exam attempt per day
Test yourself with AI-generated exams.
$0
Free for everyone
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Most PopularFor students who wish to take their learning experience to the next level.
Unlimited PDF & Video Uploads
No daily limits on document processing.
Unlimited Autocomplete
Write notes alongside AI.
Unlimited Scholarly Assistant sessions
Learn alongside an AI tutor.
Infinity Daily research reports
AI-powered research assistance.
Unlimited Quizzes
Practice unlimited flashcards per day.
Unlimited PDF to Flashcards
Pick unlimited pages to convert to flashcards.
Export to Anki
Export your AI generated flashcards to Anki.
300MB file upload limit
Upload PDFs and videos up to 300MB.
Infinity AI podcasts per day
Turn your materials into podcast conversations.
Unlimited Exam Attempts
Take unlimited AI-generated exams.
$12
Per month with annual subscription discount; $144 billed up front. $20 if billed monthly.
For Educators or Schools
Educators should contact us for special pricing. We also offer bulk discounts for schools or educational institutions. Please reach out to us at [email protected].