FAQ
This is a "how to" list, as well as answers to common questions users ask about the site. Don't see your question answered? Email us and we'll help!
How to study a card the right way:
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Log in > click “Study Now!” circular button > read front of card/think of answer (but only for a moment - recall should be nearly instantaneous) > click on card to flip it > read answer and rate yourself 1 (know it worst) to 5 (know it best). Algorithm will then set the next time to study and deliver the next card in the queue
To study a specific set of cards (e.g. *only* Civ Pro but not Crim):
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Log in > click “My Stack” tab > click “Study this Set Only” on relevant deck
To search for free cards/sets/users (for those w/ Create-and-Share Option):
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Log in > click “Discover” tab > type topic/name in search box and hit enter
To create a deck of cards (for those w/ Create-and-Share Option):
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Log in > click “My Stack” tab > click “New Custom Set” > name set > click save > Add cards (either by doing them one at a time on this page, or by clicking on the template and uploading them in bulk
To find out what classmates/community members are using the site:
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Log In > click on “My Group” > click on any user to see what decks they’re subscribed to
To modify contact information or password:
- Log In > click on “Settings” > modify relevant information
To cancel an account:
- Log In > click on “Settings” > click on “Cancel my account” at bottom of screen
What is the purpose of the timer?
- When users study cards, there is a 10 minute countdown timer. The goal is to help students not over-do it. If the 10 minutes expires, just finish reviewing the old cards, and quit for the day. You *can* keep going and do new cards, but the goal of this timer is to keep the time required slow-and-steady