CSV flashcards
A simple choice for vocabulary, questions and answers, or teacher-made lists. Start with Front and Back columns.
Flashcard importing
Import CSV, Excel, or Anki APKG flashcards into Kaboosh
Bring existing cards into Kaboosh instead of rebuilding every deck by hand. Upload a CSV file, an Excel .xlsx spreadsheet, or an Anki .apkg export, then preview the cards before adding them to a deck.
Choose the file you already have
Use a spreadsheet for lists you can edit in rows and columns, or bring an existing Anki deck across as a package.
Excel spreadsheets
Import an existing .xlsx workbook without converting it to CSV. Legacy .xls files must be saved in a supported format first.
Anki packages
Import front and back text from a valid .apkg export. You can also choose to retain Anki scheduling intervals.
How the import works
Upload your file
Choose one CSV, XLSX, or APKG file from your device.
Check the mapping
Match spreadsheet columns to the card fields and check the preview. APKG files already contain the card sides.
Choose the destination
Select the rows you want, then add them to a compatible deck or create a new one.
Review and study
Use the imported cards with flashcards, spaced repetition, and Kaboosh study games.
Prepare an import-ready spreadsheet
Give each field its own column. Most imports only need Front and Back; language and image columns are optional.
| Front | Back | Image URL |
|---|---|---|
| bonjour | hello | optional |
Map both Front and Back, or use Image URL with at least one text side.
Download the CSV templateFix common import problems
The file is an older .xls workbook
Open it in your spreadsheet app and save a copy as .xlsx or .csv.
CSV rows split in the wrong place
Save the file as UTF-8 CSV and put quotation marks around values that contain commas, quotation marks, or line breaks.
The Anki package cannot be read
Export the deck from Anki again as an .apkg package, then upload the new export.
Import flashcards FAQ
What file formats can I import into Kaboosh?
Kaboosh accepts CSV files, Excel .xlsx spreadsheets, and Anki .apkg package exports. Legacy .xls files need to be saved as .xlsx or .csv first.
Which spreadsheet columns do I need?
Map both Front and Back, or map an Image URL with at least one text side. You can also map language columns and supported optional card fields.
Can I import cards into an existing deck?
Yes. After previewing your file, choose a compatible existing deck or create a new deck for the imported cards.
Can I keep Anki scheduling intervals?
Yes. When you import a valid Anki .apkg file, you can choose whether to retain its scheduling intervals.
What happens after I import flashcards?
Imported cards can be reviewed as flashcards, used with spaced repetition, and reused in Kaboosh study games.