AnkiConnect

FreeFlashcards & SRSankiweb.net

Best for: Connecting Yomitan or asbplayer to Anki

Overview

Free Anki add-on that lets other tools, such as Yomitan and asbplayer, create Anki cards for you in one click.

Strengths

  • Required for one-click card creation

Drawbacks

  • Anki must be open on your computer

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