Anki Remote Add-on Guide
If you're using Anki regularly, you probably already know the basic shortcuts: Again, Hard, Good, Easy, Sync, Undo, and Browse.
But the Anki Remote add-on can do more than control your basic review buttons.
It can also make certain Anki workflows easier by giving your StudyRemote (formerly Anki Remote) additional controls for features such as Reveal Hint and Reveal Next Cloze.
In this guide, we'll cover some of the most useful Anki Remote add-on shortcuts and how they can make repetitive review tasks easier.
Disclaimer: This is curated mostly towards medical students. However, maybe you will find something cool :)
Disclaimer 2: Haven't installed the add-on yet?
You can download it through AnkiWeb or use add-on code 693153301.
Anki Remote Add-on Shortcuts
Common Anki Remote Controls
| Function | What it does |
|---|---|
| Again | Mark a card Again |
| Hard | Mark a card Hard |
| Good | Mark a card Good |
| Easy | Mark a card Easy |
| Sync | Sync your Anki collection |
| Undo | Undo your previous action |
| Decks | Open your deck list |
| Browse | Open the browser |
| Edit Card | Edit the current card |
| Add Card | Add a new card |
Advanced Anki Remote Features
Reveal Hint
Availability: All devices
Button: Move the joystick to the right
What it does: Reveal closed or hidden notes associated with a card, such as First Aid, Sketchy, or additional resources.
Why it's useful: Instead of reaching for your keyboard, you can reveal supporting information directly from the StudyRemote controller.
Reveal Next Cloze
Availability: Mac and Windows
Button: Customizable through the add-on
What it does: Reveals the next cloze deletion when working with AnKing-style cards.
Why it's useful: When a card contains multiple cloze answers, you can move through them without repeatedly reaching for your keyboard.
How to Set Up the Anki Remote Add-on
Then give a very simple sequence:
- Open Anki.
- Go to Tools → Add-ons.
- Select Get Add-ons.
- Enter the add-on code.
- Restart Anki if required.
- Configure the available controls.
- Test the assigned buttons during a review session.
Who Should Use the Anki Remote Add-on?
The add-on is particularly useful if you:
- Review large Anki decks regularly
- Use AnKing or other cloze-heavy decks
- Frequently use Reveal Hint
- Want fewer keyboard shortcuts during reviews
- Spend long periods reviewing flashcards
For occasional Anki users, the standard keyboard shortcuts may be all you need.
