How to create flashcards on goodnotes
Formswrite Team
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March 05, 2026
How to create flashcards on goodnotes
Creating flashcards is one of the most effective ways to study and memorize information. When combined with a digital note-taking app like GoodNotes, flashcards become even more powerful because you can review them anytime on your iPad or tablet. A simple way to generate flashcards quickly is by using Formswrite , a platform that converts documents such as Google Docs, Word files, PDFs, images, spreadsheets, and other documents into quiz formats and learning materials.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to create flashcards for GoodNotes using Formswrite in a few simple steps.
1. Prepare Your Study Content
Start by gathering the material you want to turn into flashcards. Formswrite works with many formats, including:
- Google Docs
- Word documents
- Excel or Google Sheets
- PDFs
- Images or scanned notes
- Other document formats
For example, you might have vocabulary terms, definitions, questions, or study notes in a document. Organizing your content beforehand makes the flashcard creation process faster.
2. Upload Your File to Formswrite
Go to Formswrite and upload your study material. The platform is designed to convert different document formats into structured learning formats.
When you upload your file, Formswrite analyzes the content and helps transform it into structured items such as:
- Question and answer pairs
- Term and definition cards
- Quiz questions
These structures are ideal for flashcards.
3. Use the AI Builder to Generate Flashcards
One of the fastest ways to create flashcards is by using the AI builder inside Formswrite .
The AI builder can:
- Extract key concepts from your documents
- Generate questions automatically
- Turn notes into flashcard-style prompts
You can review the generated content and adjust it if needed. This saves time compared to writing every card manually.
4. Structure Your Flashcards
Inside Formswrite , flashcards are created using simple formats such as:
- Question / Answer
- Term / Definition
You can write each flashcard directly within the platform. While Formswrite does not provide advanced customization for flashcard design, it focuses on making the creation process simple and efficient.
Just add each flashcard pair clearly so the system can organize them properly.
5. Export Your Flashcards
After creating your flashcards, Formswrite allows you to export your content in multiple formats used by learning platforms, including:
- Google Forms
- Moodle
- Blackboard
- Brightspace
- Schoology
- Kahoot
- Quizizz
- Blooket
- Gimkit
- QTI 2.1 / QTI 2.2
- GIFT or Aiken formats
You can also export the flashcard content as a document or PDF that can easily be imported into GoodNotes.
6. Import the Flashcards into GoodNotes
Once exported, open GoodNotes and import the file.
Steps:
- Open GoodNotes
- Tap Import
- Select the exported file from Formswrite
- Organize the pages as flashcards
Now you can study directly inside GoodNotes by reviewing each card.
7. Practice with Interactive Study Options
Besides flashcards, Formswrite also allows you to convert the same material into quizzes and interactive activities. You can even use Formswrite Play within Formswrite to run live learning games, making review sessions more engaging.
This means one document can become flashcards, quizzes, and classroom games.
FAQ
What is Formswrite?
Formswrite is a platform that converts documents such as Google Docs, Word files, spreadsheets, PDFs, and images into quiz formats and learning tools for platforms like Moodle, Google Forms, Kahoot, Quizizz, and more.
Can I create flashcards directly with Formswrite?
Yes. Formswrite allows you to create flashcards using simple question/answer or term/definition structures. You can write them manually or generate them using the AI builder.
Can I use Formswrite content inside GoodNotes?
Yes. After generating flashcards in Formswrite , you can export the content as a document or PDF and import it into GoodNotes for studying.
What file types can Formswrite convert?
Formswrite supports Google Docs, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, Google Sheets, PDFs, images, and other document formats.
Can Formswrite create quizzes as well as flashcards?
Yes. Formswrite can convert your materials into quizzes compatible with many learning platforms including Moodle, Blackboard, Brightspace, Schoology, Kahoot, Quizizz, and QTI formats.