From PDF to study session in 3 steps
Upload your PDF
Drop in lecture notes, a textbook chapter, or slides — up to hundreds of pages.
AI generates cards
Tegaru reads the document and writes accurate question-and-answer flashcards automatically.
Study smarter
Review with a spaced-repetition algorithm that schedules cards right before you forget them.
Tips for better flashcards from a PDF
1. Split big PDFs by topic
A whole textbook produces a huge, unfocused deck. Upload one chapter or lecture at a time so each deck maps to one topic you can review, and so weak areas are easy to spot.
2. Text-based PDFs work best
PDFs exported from Word, Google Docs or PowerPoint contain real text the AI can read precisely. Scanned pages are photos of text; they still work through OCR, but clean scans with good contrast give better cards.
3. Keep one fact per card
Good flashcards ask one question with one answer. After generating, split any card that tests two ideas and delete cards on things you already know, so your review time goes where it matters.
4. Review daily, in short sessions
Spaced repetition works because it is consistent. Ten to fifteen minutes a day beats a two-hour session once a week, and the scheduler only shows you the cards that are due.
5. Edit cards in your own words
Rewriting a question slightly (adding an example, a mnemonic or a diagram) makes it more memorable than the original sentence from the PDF.
Why students use Tegaru for PDFs
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a PDF to flashcards?
Upload your PDF to Tegaru, and the AI reads the content and automatically generates question-and-answer flashcards. You can review, edit, and start studying with spaced repetition immediately.
Is the PDF to flashcards converter free?
Yes. You can convert your first document into flashcards for free. Premium plans unlock unlimited documents and advanced study features.
What types of PDFs work best?
Lecture notes, textbook chapters, study guides, and slide decks all work well. Tegaru also supports DOCX, TXT, images (with OCR), and web pages.
Can I edit the flashcards the AI creates?
Absolutely. Every generated card is editable, and you can add your own cards, images, and tags before studying.