> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/crizmo/KAnki/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Web-based deck editors

> Manage your KAnki flashcard decks using Üben or KindleModShelf web editors with modern interfaces

Since Kindle devices cannot process `.apkg` files directly and manual deck editing is tedious, you can use web-based editors to create and manage your flashcard decks more efficiently.

## Üben editor

[Üben](https://www.uben.online/) is the recommended companion tool for managing KAnki decks with a modern UI.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Import an Anki deck">
    Find a deck on Anki (e.g., shared decks online) and import the `.apkg` file into Üben.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Edit your cards">
    Use Üben's modern interface to add, edit, or update cards. You can modify:

    * Front text (target language)
    * Back text (translation)
    * Reading/pronunciation
    * Notes and context
    * Proficiency level
  </Step>

  <Step title="Export to KAnki format">
    When you're done editing, export from Üben to generate a `kanki_config.js` file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Transfer to Kindle">
    Copy the exported `kanki_config.js` file to your Kindle at:

    ```
    /documents/kanki/js/kanki_config.js
    ```

    Replace your existing configuration file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Launch KAnki">
    Open KAnki on your Kindle to use the new deck.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Info>
  Üben also features a **KAnki Community** section where you can share and discover language/study material configurations created by other users.
</Info>

### Advantages of Üben

* Much better UI for editing and creating decks compared to manual editing
* Direct import from Anki's `.apkg` format
* Community deck sharing
* Export ready-to-use configuration files
* No need to manually type out decks on Kindle

## KindleModShelf editor

The [KindleModShelf editor](https://kindlemodshelf.me/editor.html) provides an alternative web-based interface for managing KAnki flashcards.

### Features

* Upload existing flashcard configuration files
* Add, edit, and delete cards and decks through a visual interface
* Preview how flashcards will look on different Kindle generations
* Export modified configuration back to your Kindle

### Usage

<Steps>
  <Step title="Upload your configuration">
    Open the editor and upload your existing `kanki_config.js` file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Make changes">
    Use the visual interface to modify your deck structure and card content.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Preview">
    Check how your cards will render on your specific Kindle model.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Download and transfer">
    Export the updated configuration and copy it to your Kindle.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Configuration file structure

Both editors generate a `kanki_config.js` file with this structure:

```javascript theme={null}
var KANKI_CONFIG = {
  language: "Spanish",
  levels: ["A1", "A2", "B1"]
};

var VOCABULARY = {
  "A1": [
    {"front": "hello", "back": "hola", "notes": "Greeting"},
    {"front": "goodbye", "back": "adiós", "notes": "Farewell"}
  ],
  "A2": [
    {"front": "tomorrow", "back": "mañana", "notes": "Time"}
  ]
};
```

For languages with different writing systems, include a `reading` property:

```javascript theme={null}
{"front": "こんにちは", "reading": "konnichiwa", "back": "Hello", "notes": "Greeting"}
```

<Warning>
  After transferring a new configuration file, remember to reload KAnki by clicking the 3 dots in the top chrome bar and selecting "Reload" to apply changes.
</Warning>