Feature · Updated April 2026
AI Assistant for flashcard workflows
Use natural language to create decks, manage templates, and run bulk card operations in Deckbase. The assistant streams tool execution in real time, enforces confirmation for destructive actions, and tracks usage with transparent token budgets.
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What the assistant does
Deck and template operations
Create decks, update deck settings, and build template structures without jumping through multiple screens.
Bulk card workflows
Run repeated card updates, append blocks, and normalize cards to template layouts using guided tool calls.
Safety-first destructive actions
Delete and field-clear actions require explicit confirmation before execution.
Transparent usage budgets
Assistant usage is tracked by input/output tokens, so heavier operations consume more budget than simple queries.
How it works in practice
- Open dashboard and launch AI Chat from the assistant button.
- Describe intent in plain language (for example: create a deck with 10 starter cards).
- Review streaming tool execution events in real time.
- Confirm destructive operations only when needed.
- Continue refining with follow-up prompts in the same session.
Tool execution is visible as call and result events so users can audit what happened before they continue.
Safety model and usage limits
Deckbase AI Assistant separates usage from external MCP requests and AI card-generation quotas. Assistant limits are budget-based and tied to token consumption, so larger operations naturally consume more budget.
| Control | Current behavior |
|---|---|
| Destructive actions | Require explicit confirmation before execution |
| Loop protection | Hard cap on agentic iteration count per request |
| Usage tracking | Input and output tokens tracked and billed by spend |
| Session management | Up to 3 saved sessions; delete one or clear all anytime |
For plan-specific limits, visit Pricing.
Prompt examples
Create and structure
Create a deck called "French Verbs", apply my conjugation template, and generate 10 starter cards.
Bulk update
Add a quiz block to the back side of all cards in my Biology deck and keep existing text blocks unchanged.
Template operation
Create a template with a front header and back hiddenText plus audio block, then set it as default for my Spanish deck.
Frequently asked questions
What can Deckbase AI Assistant do today?
It can manage decks, templates, and cards with natural-language prompts, including discovery, creation, updates, and selected bulk operations.
Does it run destructive actions automatically?
No. Destructive operations require explicit user confirmation before they are executed.
How is assistant usage limited?
Usage is budgeted by token cost, not message count. Basic and Pro plans get monthly assistant budgets, and free users have a limited trial. See pricing for current limits.
Can I use the assistant from the home page?
Yes. The home page includes a direct entry point that opens AI Chat inside the dashboard.
How many chat sessions can I keep?
Up to three saved sessions per user. You can delete individual sessions or clear all.
Try Deckbase AI Assistant
Open the assistant in your dashboard and run a real workflow with your own decks.
Last updated April 2026. Assistant capabilities and plan limits may change; always verify current details in-app.