Anki Tutorial  ## Metadata - Author: [[YouTube]] - Full Title: Anki Tutorial - Category: #articles - Document Note: --- tags: [anki, spaced-repetition, study-methods] author: Rachel source: YouTube reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU date created: 2024-12-19 20:00 --- # 🏷️ Title: Anki Tutorial ## 🧰 Action Inbox - [H1] Download Anki 2.1 and create first deck — basic setup #anki - [H2] Install heatmap add-on for progress tracking — motivation/visual feedback #productivity - [H3] Set up image occlusion for anatomy/visual learning — advanced card types #study-techniques ## 🧭 Table of Contents - [📝 Summary](#-summary) - [📖 Main Content](#-main-content) - [🗒️ Notes](#️-notes) - [📚 References](#-references) - [🗣️ Paraphrase](#️-paraphrase) - [📰 Newsletter](#-newsletter) - [✅ Action Items](#-action-items) - [🧪 Hypotheses](#-hypotheses) - [📊 Methodology](#-methodology) - [❓ Questions](#-questions) - [🔮 Future Research](#-future-research) - [💡 Implications](#-implications) - [🧠 Learning Styles Assessment](#-learning-styles-assessment) - [📊 Accessibility Assessment](#-accessibility-assessment) - [🌍 DEIB Assessment](#-deib-assessment) - [✅ Logical Validity](#-logical-validity) - [🛡️ DARVO Analysis](#-darvo-analysis) - [🎯 Conclusion](#-conclusion) ### 🔗 References - [Anki Download](https://apps.ankiweb.net/) - [AnkiWeb](https://ankiweb.net/) ## 📝 Summary - Rachel provides a beginner-friendly tutorial on Anki, a spaced repetition flashcard app - Covers basic setup, card creation, deck organization, and essential add-ons - Demonstrates both basic text cards and image occlusion for visual learning - Emphasizes this is an introductory overview, not comprehensive Anki training - Shows practical workflow for medical/anatomy students creating cards during lectures ## 📖 Main Content This tutorial introduces Anki as a spaced repetition learning system where flashcards are shown at increasing intervals based on how well you know the material. The creator demonstrates setting up decks organized by academic blocks and weeks, creating different card types (basic and cloze deletion), and using add-ons like heatmaps for motivation and image occlusion for anatomy study. The spacing algorithm shows cards more frequently when you get them wrong and less frequently as you demonstrate mastery, making study time more efficient by focusing on material you're still learning. ## 🗒️ Notes #### ⏱️ [00:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=0) — [H1] Introduction and Disclaimer - Key idea: This is a beginner-friendly Anki overview, not comprehensive training - Evidence: "I actually don't know that much about Anki this is a disclaimer for this entire video" #### ⏱️ [01:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=90) — [H1] What is Spaced Repetition - Key idea: Anki shows cards at increasing intervals based on your performance - Evidence: "if you get it right both times you won't see that card until the next day" #### ⏱️ [02:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=135) — [H2] Spacing Algorithm Explanation - Key idea: Cards appear less frequently as you master them, more frequently when you struggle - Evidence: "if you keep getting that card right that means you're learning that fact and it will space out how often you get the card" #### ⏱️ [03:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=180) — [H2] Platform Availability and Setup - Key idea: Anki is free on desktop, syncs across devices via AnkiWeb account - Evidence: "there's a non-key app for phones if you're having it on a desktop youth it's free" #### ⏱️ [03:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=225) — [H2] Card Creation Workflow - Key idea: Create cards simultaneously while reviewing lectures for efficiency - Evidence: "I do make cards with my lectures and I'll have the lecture up and I will make cards at the same time" #### ⏱️ [04:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=270) — [H3] Installing Heatmap Add-on - Key idea: Heatmap visualization provides motivational progress tracking - Evidence: "this is an add-on I like to use just because it's kind of motivational and you can see your progress" #### ⏱️ [05:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=315) — [H2] Deck Organization Strategy - Key idea: Organize decks by academic blocks, then by weeks, then by specific lectures - Evidence: "I separate each week into a card deck and then from there I will separate even further into more subdivisions" #### ⏱️ [06:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=360) — [H2] Creating Your First Deck - Key idea: Deck creation is straightforward - just name and organize by subject/timeframe - Evidence: "we're gonna create deck for the sake of this video I'm going to title YouTube video" #### ⏱️ [06:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=405) — [H2] Card Types: Basic vs Cloze Deletion - Key idea: Evolved from basic front/back cards to cloze deletion for better learning - Evidence: "when I first started Anki I was using this however now I've moved on to close deletion" #### ⏱️ [07:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=450) — [H3] Creating Cloze Deletion Cards - Key idea: Use Command+Shift+C to create fill-in-the-blank style cards - Evidence: "you're gonna hit command shift C and it's gonna bring up these brackets" #### ⏱️ [08:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=495) — [H3] Adding Screenshots to Cards - Key idea: Include PowerPoint screenshots in extra field for context - Evidence: "I like to screenshot the exact PowerPoint that I got this card from" #### ⏱️ [09:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=540) — [H3] Image Occlusion Add-on - Key idea: Block out parts of images to create visual quiz cards - Evidence: "by selecting this little box you're able to block out that text or whatever it is" #### ⏱️ [10:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=600) — [H3] Multiple Cards from One Image - Key idea: Create multiple cards from single image by blocking different elements - Evidence: "you can actually use this same image and block out multiple things at one time" #### ⏱️ [10:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=645) — [H2] Studying Cards: Rating System - Key idea: Rate card difficulty to influence future spacing intervals - Evidence: "I thought this one was really easy and I would know it if you asked me it in 10 years" #### ⏱️ [11:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU?t=690) — [H2] Daily Review Volume - Key idea: Daily review load builds up significantly as you create more decks - Evidence: "for today I had 406 new cards and that's pretty standard" ## 📚 References - [Anki Software](https://apps.ankiweb.net/) - [AnkiWeb Sync Service](https://ankiweb.net/) - [Anki Manual](https://docs.ankiweb.net/) ## 🗣️ Paraphrase - Anki uses spaced repetition to show flashcards at optimal intervals based on how well you know each fact - The app is free on computers and syncs across devices, making it accessible for students on multiple platforms - Effective organization involves creating separate decks for different time periods and subjects to facilitate targeted review ## 📰 Newsletter **Master Spaced Repetition with Anki: A Beginner's Guide to Smarter Studying** Looking to make your study sessions more efficient? This week we're exploring Anki, a powerful flashcard app that uses spaced repetition to help you learn and retain information more effectively. **Key Benefits:** - Automatically schedules reviews based on your performance - Syncs across devices for study-anywhere flexibility - Supports visual learning through image occlusion - Organizes content by subjects and time periods **Getting Started:** Download Anki 2.1 for free, create an AnkiWeb account for syncing, and start with basic card types before advancing to cloze deletion and image occlusion. **Pro Tips:** - Create cards during lectures for maximum efficiency - Use the heatmap add-on for motivation - Organize decks by academic blocks and weeks - Don't skip daily reviews - consistency is key Resources: [Anki Download](https://apps.ankiweb.net/), [AnkiWeb](https://ankiweb.net/), [Anki Manual](https://docs.ankiweb.net/) ## ✅ Action Items #### DevRel - Developer advocacy: Create Anki integration tutorials for developer learning paths - Education: Design spaced repetition workshops for technical skill acquisition - Developer experience: Explore APIs for educational app integrations - Community management: Facilitate study groups using spaced repetition tools #### Community - Contributors: Implement spaced repetition for onboarding technical concepts - Ecosystem: Share effective learning methodologies across project communities #### WordPress - Training: Incorporate spaced repetition into WordPress certification programs - Documentation: Apply spacing principles to progressive skill-building paths - Community: Create Anki decks for WordPress development concepts ## 🧪 Hypotheses - Spaced repetition increases long-term retention compared to traditional cramming methods - Visual learners benefit more from image occlusion than text-based cards - Daily review consistency correlates with better academic performance - Organizing cards by time periods improves exam preparation efficiency ### 📊 Methodology - Randomized controlled trial comparing spaced repetition vs traditional study methods - Learning style assessment correlated with card type preferences - Longitudinal study tracking daily review habits and academic outcomes ### ❓ Questions - How does optimal spacing interval vary by subject complexity? - What's the ideal balance between new cards and reviews per day? - How can spaced repetition be adapted for skill-based vs fact-based learning? ### 🔮 Future Research - Integration of AI to optimize individual spacing algorithms - Collaborative deck creation and peer review systems - Gamification elements that enhance long-term engagement ### 💡 Implications - Practice: Students can dramatically improve study efficiency through systematic spaced repetition - Education: Educational institutions should integrate spaced repetition into curriculum design - Technology: Learning apps should prioritize evidence-based spacing algorithms over simple repetition ### 🧠 Learning Styles Assessment Reading level estimate: 8th-9th grade (accessible to most students) #### 👀 Visual learners - Present: Screenshots, heatmap visualization, image occlusion demonstrations - Improve: Flowchart of spacing algorithm, before/after deck organization examples #### 🔊 Aural learners - Present: Video tutorial with spoken explanations - Improve: Audio-only version focusing on conceptual explanations #### 🗣️ Verbal learners - Present: Clear definitions of spaced repetition, step-by-step instructions - Improve: Analogies comparing to muscle memory or skill acquisition #### 🧩 Kinesthetic learners - Present: Hands-on screen recording walkthrough, interactive card creation - Improve: Downloadable practice deck, guided first-week challenge #### 🧠 Logical learners - Present: Algorithm explanation, systematic organization approach - Improve: Statistics on retention rates, optimal spacing research data #### 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Social learners - Present: Mentions of sharing decks and study collaboration - Improve: Guide for study group integration, peer deck review process #### 🧘‍♀️ Solitary learners - Present: Individual study focus, personal progress tracking - Improve: Self-reflection prompts, personalized goal-setting framework #### 🌿 Naturalistic learners - Present: Organic learning progression, adaptive system responses - Improve: Connections to memory formation science, brain-based learning principles ### 📊 Accessibility Assessment #### Screen reader semantics - Present: Video has spoken narration explaining all visual elements - Improve: Detailed alt text for screenshots, heading structure for navigation #### Keyboard navigation - Present: Demonstrates keyboard shortcuts (Command+Shift+C) - Improve: Complete keyboard navigation guide for Anki interface #### Contrast and readability - Present: Clear interface screenshots with good contrast - Improve: High contrast theme recommendations, font size guidance #### Text resizing and reflow - Present: Software allows customizable interface scaling - Improve: Instructions for accessibility settings in Anki #### Media and captions - Present: Full transcript provided - Improve: Time-stamped captions, audio descriptions of visual elements #### Forms and interactions - Present: Clear form field demonstrations in software - Improve: Error handling guidance, input validation explanations ### 🌍 DEIB Assessment #### Cultural breadth - Present: Generic study approach applicable across cultures - Improve: Examples from diverse academic systems, multilingual deck options #### Inclusive language - Present: Casual, encouraging tone using accessible language - Improve: Define technical terms, avoid study-culture assumptions #### Neurodiversity support - Present: Structured approach with clear steps, visual organization - Improve: Attention management tips, cognitive load considerations #### Representation - Present: Medical student perspective (female creator) - Improve: Examples from diverse fields, various student backgrounds #### Psychological safety - Present: Encouraging tone, acknowledges learning struggles - Improve: Stress management guidance, healthy study habit boundaries ### ✅ Logical Validity #### Strong reasoning - Deductive strength: Clear explanation of spaced repetition principles leading to improved retention - Inductive strength: Personal experience examples supporting general effectiveness claims - Causal reasoning: Well-established connection between spacing intervals and memory formation - Analogical strength: Good comparison between forgetting curves and review scheduling #### Fallacies - Appeal to personal experience: Relies heavily on creator's individual success without broader evidence - Hasty generalization: Assumes 400+ daily cards is "standard" based on limited sample #### Tone of voice - Overall tone: Casual, encouraging, and humble with appropriate disclaimers about expertise level ### 🛡️ DARVO Analysis - Deny: No denial patterns present - Attack: No attacks on critics or alternative methods - Reverse victim/offender: No victim/offender dynamics - Emotional cues and rhetoric: Positive, supportive language encouraging learning ## 🎯 Conclusion This tutorial provides a solid foundation for beginners to start using Anki effectively, emphasizing practical workflow integration over advanced features. The key takeaway is that consistent daily practice with properly organized decks can significantly improve learning efficiency through scientifically-backed spaced repetition. Students should start simple with basic cards, gradually incorporating advanced features like image occlusion as they become comfortable with the system. ## 🧱 Refactor Appendix ### 📚 Literature Split Pad Purpose: Stage CEE units that become Literature notes. Split level: H3 ### [H1] Spaced repetition optimizes memory consolidation > [!quote] [Anki Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU) by [[Rachel - Document Tags: [[anki]] [[study]] [[productivity]] - Summary: Anki Tutorial - URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9GtFLAI2RU okay hey you guys oh man I should start this like I'm not wearing pants I never can totally see weird okay hey what's up you guys welcome back to my channel my name is Rachel if this is the first video that you're watching of mine um today's video I'm gonna tell you guys about Aki a lot of you guys have been asking cuz I have shown it in some of my previous videos of my study routine or updated study routine I will link those videos down below if you're interested but I have been incorporating Anki into my study routine and it's actually been working granted I actually don't know that much about Anki this is a disclaimer for this entire video this is not the golden standard video I have a lot of gold and Nan Goldin standard disclaimers in my videos I've noticed but there are so many more people that are more knowledgeable about Anki than myself this is just a video if you really like are having trouble understanding what Aki is or just want a very general and dumbed down version of Anki and how to use it and just like do the basics but enough to actually benefit from using Anki then you're in the right spot today's video sorry I just got back from and now to me I was dissecting the leg who I popped the knee felt synovial fluid oh my god that's besides the point today's video I'm gonna show you about unki let's go Aki is space repetition learning you will hear that so much when people explain Aki to you for example you just made a flash card on Aki it'll show you that flashcard that you just made it and then it'll show it to you again in like a few minutes and if you get it right both times you won't see that card until the next day and then if you get it right when you see the card the next day when you do your cards it'll be like alright great like she learned it up until today I feel like she's gonna forget this card in four days let me show it to her in four days and get it right then it'll on cue would be like okay like let me show her it in another six days or 10 days and then all of a sudden like if you keep getting that card right that means you're learning that fact and it will space out how often you get the card but say for example in two months it shows me that card again and I get it wrong it's gonna be like okay that's okay you obviously forgot the fact so I will show you it again tomorrow and then it starts that spacing out over again let me just give you a rundown on how I'm able to have it on here on here and on my phone there's a non-key app for phones if you're having it on a desktop youth it's free just go Google on key download 2.1 if you choose to put it on multiple devices you will need to make an account through Anki web net you end up uploading your decks to the web technically and then you're able to sync from different devices that just make sure it saves your current your activity and any updates that you've made they will go across I do make cards with my lectures and I'll have the lecture up and I will make cards at the same time you can also download premade decks from the internet there's like donkey Lightyear I don't honestly know so don't ask me about pre-made decks I'm just gonna give you a rundown about how to kind of maneuver through Anki I'm gonna do a screen recording cuz I'm cool like that okay so we're gonna get heatmap and this is an add-on I like to use just because it's kind of motivational and you can see your progress so just go ahead and go to Anki get the code for the heat map and we're going to paste it into Anki so you'll go to tools add-ons get add-on and then paste that code in that box then we're gonna restart on key and have this beautiful heat map so now I'm going to just show you a tutorial of how to make a deck how to make a card and the settings that I use okay the way that I separate things is like we have our blocks so right now we're an fom one so I separate each week into a card deck and then from there I will separate even further into more subdivisions of each specific lecture and so it's really it's a really nice way to stay organized it's a nice way so when you're studying for a quiz or the final you have all your weeks right there what a great transition okay now I want to show you how to create a deck so we're gonna create deck for the sake of this video I'm going to title YouTube video and it's gonna show up right here we're gonna hit that and it's gonna say that we've finished this deck and that's because there's no cards in it so we're gonna click Add and when you first start using Anki or when you first download it you're gonna go to the type of card and you will start off with basic which is just your classic front and back flashcard when I first started Anki I was using this however now I've moved on to close deletion because I really like it I'm using this one don't ask me why I don't really know this is just the one that I'm currently using so I'm gonna choose that to make this specific type of card so now I'm typing in what I want to have on the card and it can be in the form of a question in the form of a fill in the blank or just a straight fact and you're gonna have the answer up there then you're gonna hit command shift C and it's gonna bring up these brackets and whatever you put inside the brackets is going to be your answer and since I like to do the cards with my lectures I like to screenshot the exact PowerPoint that I got this card from or the prompt from and the answer from so I just screenshot it and then I drag it into the extra box on my on key card and then it won't show me the PowerPoint slide in this extra box or any information in the extra box until I've allowed a key to show me the answer to my card so after you add the card to your deck you're going to hit history and I want to show you the card that we just made and you can do this if you want to preview cards and see how they end up looking so we have it right here and then we're gonna just hit preview and then voila there is our card so now I want to show you the other type of card that I make and it's called image occlusion so you're gonna do the same thing where you're going to download the add-on get the code put it in the box and now you have this nice little image icon in your card so you'll upload whatever image that you want to test yourself on and maybe it is Anatomy and you're gonna test yourself on the parts of the bone and by selecting this little box you're able to block out that text or whatever it is and that will now be a flash card for you and you will have to know the answer to whatever is underneath that box and what I like about this is that you can actually use this same image and block out multiple things at one time and you are actually making multiple cards at once and so what I like to do is that I block out multiple and then I do hide all but guess one and then I'm only being tested on one box at a time so now that we've made a little deck of three cars let's go through it so we're gonna hit study now so what's the answer to this one so I'm gonna show the answer and I knew it so I'm gonna hit good and it's gonna end up showing me that card one more time for today just to solidify it for this one I'm gonna guess what's underneath this pink box and let's say I thought this one was really easy and I would know it if you asked me it in 10 years then for example say this card is particularly hard for me and I didn't get to answer I'm gonna hit again so it can show me it within a minute and then hopefully solidify it that round and then we can move forward and then that's it so you've gone through this deck you will see these new cards tomorrow and then if you get those right you'll see them in a few days and if you get those right it'll space it out even further so as you can see for today I had 406 new cards and that's pretty standard as you start doing more decks and more cards that number will build up and that's just what you have to do every day but that's about it that's about it I hope you guys learned a thing or two about Anki because that is literally the extent of my knowledge about Anki hope you guys enjoyed I will see you guys next time and take care of yourself be kind to yourself keep working hard you know the drill alright see you guys next time bye [Music], Anki Tutorial, YouTube, 01ka7wv7zc4bq6m922139gfj61.