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Reading: Can only create cloze type cards. How to create other note types on anking?
You’re running into two separate things here:
- Note type / fields not changing when you pick
[mc]
- “No cloze deletion found” when you try
((mc::...))
Let’s go step‑by‑step and keep this focused on how this works with the AnKing/AnkiHub setup.
1. Understanding what [mc] actually is
In the AnKing deck (and AnkiHub versions of it), [mc] is:
- Just a field in a cloze note type (e.g., “AnKing Overhaul Cloze”)
- It is not a separate “multiple-choice” note type by itself
So when you:
- Change the note type at the top of the Add window (e.g. Basic → Cloze, etc.), the fields list can change.
- But when you just type
[mc] or choose an AnKing “style,” the note type remains Cloze, so the fields panel won’t visibly change – that’s expected.
If you want a totally different kind of note (e.g. Basic, Basic (and reversed)), you can:
- In Anki Desktop, click Add.
- At the top left, click the Note Type button (probably says “Cloze” or “AnKing Overhaul Cloze” right now).
- Choose another type like Basic or Basic (and reversed card).
- Then create your own deck and add cards there.
This is standard Anki behavior and works the same whether or not you use AnkiHub.
2. Why your ((mc::...)) isn’t working
The error “No cloze deletion found” means Anki can’t see any {{c1::...}}-style cloze deletions in the Cloze field that the card is based on.
The AnKing multiple‑choice formatting is usually:
- Something like
((mc::Correct answer::Wrong 1::Wrong 2::Wrong 3))
- But it must live inside a cloze deletion, for example:
{{c1::((mc::Resposta Correta::Errada 1::Errada 2))}}
If you only write this:
((mc::Resposta Correta::Errada 1::Errada 2))
and there’s no {{c1:: ... }} around anything, Anki will say “No cloze deletion found” because it’s still just a Cloze note type and expects at least one {{cN::...}}.
Also make sure:
- You’re typing this into the Cloze (or “Text”) field that the card template is using, not a random field.
- You are not in a Basic note type when using cloze markup.
3. Suggested workflows for you
Since you’re from another country and want your own cards:
Option A – Keep using AnKing Cloze style (with mc)
-
In Add:
- Note type: AnKing Overhaul Cloze (or another AnKing cloze type).
- Deck: Either the AnKing deck or your own subdeck.
-
In the main text/cloze field, write something like:
Qual Ă© a resposta correta?
{{c1::((mc::Resposta Correta::Errada 1::Errada 2))}}
-
Click Cards… and use Preview to check that you see a cloze card with MC formatting.
If preview still says “No cloze deletion found”, double‑check:
- The field used on the front template contains
{{c1::...}}.
- You didn’t accidentally switch to a Basic note type.
Option B – Use simple non‑cloze note types for custom cards
If you don’t care about cloze deletions / MC formatting and just want regular cards:
- Create your own deck (e.g. “My Country – Custom Cards”).
- In the Add window:
- Choose Basic or Basic (and reversed card) as the note type.
- Select your custom deck.
- Add your content in the Front / Back fields.
You can still keep the AnKing deck + AnkiHub for the shared content while using your own basic note types for country‑specific material.
4. How this ties in with AnkiHub
If you’re connected to the AnKing deck via AnkiHub:
- You can safely add your own decks and note types; they won’t interfere with the shared AnKing cards.
- When editing shared AnKing cards, be careful not to change the note type of subscribed cards, or you may get sync/merge issues.
- For your own personal cards, use either:
- The same AnKing cloze note type, following the
{{c1::...}} + ((mc::...)) pattern, or
- A completely separate personal note type like Basic.
If you can, please reply with:
- A screenshot (or copy‑paste) of exactly what’s in your Cloze/Text field.
- The name of the note type shown at the top of the Add window.
- Whether the card you’re editing is subscribed via AnkiHub or a fully personal note.
With that info I can give you very concrete steps tailored to your current setup.
