Flashcard exports

How to export flashcards from Flashcards by NKO

Flashcards by NKO exports flashcards as TXT. You can export your own decks, but not shared decks from other users. Follow the 8 steps below — or scroll down to download a sample export file.

Platform: iOS / AndroidOwn decks: YesOthers' decks: NoTXT

Step-by-step guide

  1. Open Settings
    Go to the app home screen and tap Settings.
    Open Settings
  2. Open Export Settings
    Scroll down and tap Export.
    Open Export Settings
  3. Enable Plain Text Export
    Turn on the option to export data as plain text (.txt) if you want to use the flashcards outside the app.
    Enable Plain Text Export
  4. Open My Decks
    Go back to the main screen and tap My Decks.
    Open My Decks
  5. Select a Deck
    Choose the deck you want to export.
    Select a Deck
  6. Open More Menu
    Tap More at the bottom right.
    Open More Menu
  7. Tap Export
    Tap Export.
    Tap Export
  8. Choose Export Format
    Choose the export format:

    - fdk (recommended) for backup and keeping formatting/images
    - plain text for simple text export
    Choose Export Format

Sample export file

Real sample export from Flashcards by NKO containing 5 English → Spanish flashcards. Inspect the format before exporting your own data.

txtFlashcardsByNKO.txt0.1 KB

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Convert your Flashcards by NKO export to Excel or PDF

Flashcards by NKO exports as a plain TXT file. It does not export Excel (XLSX) or PDF directly, but you can convert the TXT in a few steps:

TXT → Excel

  1. Open Excel and choose Data → From Text/CSV (or just open the .txt file).
  2. Pick the delimiter your export uses — usually Tab or Comma.
  3. Confirm, and your cards land in two columns. Save as .xlsx.

TXT → PDF

  1. Open the .txt file in any text editor or browser.
  2. Choose Print and select Save as PDF as the printer.

Frequently asked questions

What file format does Flashcards by NKO export to?
Flashcards by NKO exports your flashcard data as TXT.
Can I export my own decks from Flashcards by NKO?
Yes, you can export your own decks from Flashcards by NKO. See the step-by-step guide above.
Can I export shared or other users' decks from Flashcards by NKO?
No, Flashcards by NKO only allows exporting your own decks — shared or other users' decks cannot be exported.
On which platforms is Flashcards by NKO available?
Flashcards by NKO is available on iOS / Android.
Is there a sample export file I can download?
Yes. A sample export file is available on this page. It contains 5 example flashcards (English → Spanish) so you can inspect the exact format Flashcards by NKO produces before exporting your own data.
Can I export Flashcards by NKO to Excel?
Not directly — Flashcards by NKO only exports TXT. But you can open that TXT in Excel via Data → From Text/CSV, choose the delimiter (Tab or Comma), and save as XLSX. See the conversion steps above.
Can I export Flashcards by NKO to PDF?
Not directly. Open the exported TXT file, choose Print, and select “Save as PDF” to get a PDF version.

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Flashcards by NKO is a trademark of its respective owner. This page references the app for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the makers of Flashcards by NKO. All screenshots are used under fair use to illustrate the export process.