Should I write the answer or question first?
Write the answer first. Then write the smallest question that points to that answer.
Prompt builder
Recall prompt builder
The easiest cards to review start with a clear prompt. Use this builder to turn one useful sentence into a question that points at one answer.
No signup. No AI call. Use it locally, then save the refined note in Recallio when it is worth reviewing.
Template
Original note: What should I remember: Question: Answer: Why this matters:
How to use it
1. Copy the exact sentence worth remembering.
2. Write the answer first.
3. Write a question that points only to that answer.
4. Remove any background facts you did not write.
Best for
Turning reading notes into direct review questions.
Writing clearer prompts before using Recallio.
Checking that the answer is small enough to remember.
FAQ
Can I use outside facts?
Not for faithful recall. Keep the prompt anchored to the source note you actually saved.