Turn your notes into an editable AI mind map in minutes
Stuck on a blank page? Turn your own lecture notes or textbook PDF into an editable mind map of the main ideas, with branches you can reshape.
Where good AI mind map ideas come from
Staring at a blank page with no idea where the branches should go? Good AI mind map ideas start from your own material, so the branches reflect what your course actually covers.
- Map one chapter or lecture at a time so the branches stay readable.
- Use one branch per concept, with two to four sub-points under each.
- Put dates, names, and formulas in leaf nodes rather than in the main branch labels.
- Redraw the map from memory a day later to check what you kept.
Built from your material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes, or a photo of a page and get a map that matches your course.
Editable and explorable
Rename branches, move nodes, and expand or collapse sections to shape the map as you learn.
Start in one step
No credit card is needed to start, and the free plan includes 3 generations per month.
How it works
Add your source
Upload a file or paste your notes.
Generate the map
DeckOwl drafts a branch structure from the main ideas in your material.
Edit and explore
Reshape branches and zoom into the sections you need to review.
Ready-made layouts are a fine starting point, but a map built from your own notes shows what you will actually be tested on. Start with the headings in your notes, let the generator propose branches, then move or rename nodes until the structure matches how you think about the topic. Exports such as PDF and DOCX are paid features that start with Plus at $99.90/year or $9.99/month, while the free plan lets you study in the browser.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a Greek mythology mind map have?
Most useful maps of Greek mythology use five to seven main branches, such as gods, heroes, creatures, and major myths, with a few sub-points under each. Fewer branches keep the map readable when you review it.
How do I memorize the Olympian gods with a mind map?
Give each god a sub-point for their domain, such as sea for Poseidon or wisdom for Athena, and add their Roman names and main symbols. Redraw the map from memory a day later to test what you retained.
Can I export my mind map?
You can view and edit maps in the browser on the free plan, but exports are paid features that start with Plus.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, and no credit card is needed to start. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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