Turn a YouTube video into an AI mind map
DeckOwl reads your notes, PDFs and transcripts and builds an editable, explorable mind map you can rearrange and study branch by branch.
Getting a mind map from a YouTube video
Most people who search for an AI mind map generator from YouTube video want a faster way to study a lecture without rewatching it. DeckOwl reads PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text and photos of pages, but it does not fetch YouTube links, so the practical route is to copy the video's transcript into a text file or paste it as notes. From there the tool builds an editable mind map you can expand, rearrange and explore branch by branch.
- Paste plain-text transcripts or upload a DOCX or PDF of your notes
- Remove timestamps and filler words before generating for cleaner branches
- Keep the source video open to check any node you are unsure about
- Export to PDF or DOCX on the Plus plan
Editable branches
Rename, move or delete any node so the map matches how you think about the lecture.
Explorable structure
Collapse and expand branches to move from the big picture down to specific terms.
Built from your text
Works from transcripts, notes, PDFs, slides and photos of pages read with text recognition.
How it works
Copy the transcript
Open the video's transcript or captions and paste the text into a file or the notes box.
Generate the map
DeckOwl organizes the main ideas into a mind map with branches and sub-points.
Edit and explore
Rearrange nodes, then study the branches or generate flashcards and quizzes from the same notes.
Auto-generated captions often include timestamps and filler words, so skim the text once and delete the noise before generating. A clean outline of the main claims, definitions and examples gives the map better branches. Keep the video open beside the map so you can check any node you are unsure about.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I paste a YouTube link and get a mind map?
No. DeckOwl does not fetch video links, so copy the transcript from the video and paste it as text or upload it as a file.
How many branches should a mind map for acids and bases have?
Aim for five to seven main branches, such as definitions, pH, strong and weak species, neutralization, and buffers. Put one idea in each sub-branch so you can test yourself on each part separately.
Is it free to make a mind map?
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Exporting to PDF, DOCX, Anki or CSV requires the Plus plan at $99.90/year or $9.99/month.
Does the mind map work for subjects other than science?
Yes. It works from any text you provide, including lecture notes, PDFs, slides and photos of pages read with text recognition.
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