AI study guide maker
Make a printable study guide from coursework or a topic.
Turn a broad subject into a focused study summary. Upload your course notes or describe a topic, then read or print the result. Knowable helps you organize a review before you return to the parts you still need to learn.
Start with the question you need to answer
A specific request gives your guide a clear scope. Include the subject, your course level and the concepts you want to understand. You can begin with a topic alone or select uploaded coursework to provide context.
Example topic request
Explain photosynthesis for an introductory biology course, focusing on inputs, outputs and the role of chlorophyll.
Example guide outline
- Main idea. Photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy that plants can use.
- Inputs and outputs. Plants use carbon dioxide and water to produce sugars and release oxygen.
- Key term. Chlorophyll absorbs light energy and helps drive the reactions of photosynthesis.
For a self-check, cover the outline and explain how light, water and carbon dioxide contribute to the process. Then check your explanation against your course material.
Illustrative study example.
Build a guide around your coursework
- Create an account and a course for the subject you are studying.
- Add related PDF, DOCX, PPTX, Markdown or text files, or begin with a topic without files.
- Create a summary with a focused topic. Review the result and print it when you want a paper study guide.
Each file can be up to 20 MB. If your source is a reading handout, see the PDF summarizer guide for an example of preserving key distinctions.
Use your guide to find gaps
Try explaining each idea without looking. Mark the concepts you cannot explain, and return to the relevant lecture or chapter. Check important definitions and formulas against your notes before relying on them for an exam.
Questions about AI study guides
Do I need to upload notes?
No. You can enter a topic alone. Uploaded coursework provides course context, while a topic-only summary may not match your instructor's scope. Compare either result with your syllabus and readings.
Is it free to try?
A free account includes 1 course, up to 10 materials and 3 summaries per course. An account is required. See Free and Pro limits.
Will the guide always be correct?
No. AI can omit context or make mistakes. Treat the guide as a starting point for review and verify it with your coursework.