Anki to PDF
Drop an Anki .apkg file or a plain text export here, and print flashcards that line up front to back.
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How to use the Anki to PDF
- 1 In Anki choose File, Export, then Anki Deck Package (.apkg) or Notes in Plain Text (.txt).
- 2 Drop the file into the converter and check the preview.
- 3 Pick double-sided or side by side, cards per page and paper size, then download the PDF.
Why print your Anki cards
Paper cards are distraction-free, work without a battery or internet, and are easy to share in a study group. Many students use paper for a final pass the week before an exam and Anki for daily spaced repetition.
What it reads
The first two fields of each note become the front and the back, and cloze notes show their blanks on the front. In a text export, header lines starting with # are ignored, HTML is stripped, and quoted fields that span several lines are handled. Tab, comma and semicolon exports work.
Converting an .apkg file
Drop the .apkg straight in. The file is opened in your browser and never uploaded, and both older packages and the compressed format that recent Anki versions export are supported. The PDF carries text only, so images and audio on your cards are left out. If you prefer, Notes in Plain Text (.txt) exports still work too.
Skip the card making
If building the deck is the slow part, Quizard can generate cards from your lecture slides, link each one to its slide, and export them to Anki for free.
Anki to PDF FAQ
How do I export my Anki deck for this tool?
Open Anki and select your deck, go to File, Export, choose Anki Deck Package (.apkg) or Notes in Plain Text (.txt), click Export and save the file. Then drop it into the converter.
What's the best way to print my PDF flashcards?
For home printing, use 200 to 300 gsm paper or card for durability and print at actual size with scaling off. For double-sided sheets, choose flip on long edge. For many cards, a local print shop can print on cardstock and cut them for you.
Can I customize how my PDF flashcards look?
You can choose between double-sided printing (all fronts, then all backs, mirrored so they line up when you flip the sheet) and front-and-back side by side, pick 4, 6, 8 or 10 cards per page, and choose A4 or US Letter. Text shrinks automatically to fit each card.
Why use physical flashcards when I have Anki on my phone?
Physical and digital flashcards complement each other perfectly. Physical Flashcards Excel At: distraction-free study sessions, group study and collaboration, tactile learning and memory enhancement, studying in places where devices aren't allowed, quick review without battery or internet concerns. Digital Anki Excels At: spaced repetition scheduling, progress tracking and analytics, multimedia content (images, audio), large deck management, syncing across devices.
Can I convert an .apkg file to PDF?
Yes. Drop the .apkg file into the converter and it reads the notes in your browser, with nothing uploaded. You can also get the same result from a plain text export. The PDF contains text only, so images and audio are not included.
How do I turn a PDF into Anki flashcards?
You have three options: write the cards by hand, copy the text into a card import file, or let Quizard generate them. Upload the PDF to Quizard and it writes questions and flashcards from each slide or page, links every card to its source, and exports the set to Anki with one click. Exporting to Anki is free on every plan.
Is this Anki to PDF converter completely free?
Yes. The converter is free, with no account and no limit on the number of cards or downloads. Everything runs in your browser, so your deck is never uploaded. If you would rather not make cards by hand, Quizard can generate them from your lecture slides and export them to Anki.
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