Turn plain text into an AI mind map you can edit
Paste your notes or upload a PDF, and DeckOwl builds a mind map with branches you can rearrange, rename, and explore.
Why a mind map works for messy notes
Long lecture notes often read as a flat list, but an AI mind map maker from text can reorganize them into branches you can see at once. Seeing how a main idea splits into causes, steps, and examples makes gaps in your understanding easier to spot.
- Shows relationships between concepts that a list hides
- Lets you rearrange branches as your understanding changes
- Pairs with flashcards and quizzes built from the same notes
- Works with typed text, PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, and photos of pages
Works from your own material
Paste text, upload a PDF, DOCX, or PPTX, or photograph a page. Your notes become the source for every branch.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or add nodes after generation so the map matches how you think about the topic.
Explore at your own pace
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one section at a time, then move on to flashcards or a quiz from the same notes.
How it works
Add your text
Paste lecture notes or a chapter summary, or upload a file in PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or image form.
Generate the map
DeckOwl organizes the material into a central topic with main branches and sub-points.
Edit and study
Adjust any branch, then review the map in your browser. Paid plans add exports for your files.
Paste your notes or upload a PDF, and the map keeps the structure of the original material while trimming it to key terms. Because the result is editable, you can correct any branch the AI placed in the wrong spot before you study from it.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a study mind map have?
Most topics work well with 4 to 7 main branches, each holding 2 to 4 sub-points. If a branch grows longer than that, split it into its own map.
How do I study from a mind map instead of rereading it?
Cover the branches and say each sub-point out loud before checking. Then redraw the map from memory and compare it with your original to find the gaps.
Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?
Yes, you can rearrange, rename, or add branches after generation. Exporting your study materials to PDF, DOCX, Anki, or CSV requires a Plus or Pro plan.
Which files can I upload to make a mind map?
You can upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or notes, and photos of pages, which are read with text recognition. The free plan includes 3 generations per month, and Plus is $7.99/month or $39/year for unlimited generations.
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