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An AI mind map creator that turns your notes into an editable map

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of your notes and get an editable, explorable mind map you can study from.

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What to look for in an AI mind map creator

Students who hand a 40-page chapter to an AI mind map creator usually want a map that shows how ideas connect, not a wall of bullet points. A good tool reads the source file, picks out the key concepts, and arranges them into branches you can rearrange.

  • Accepts PDFs, slides, plain notes, and photos of pages
  • Produces an editable map, not a static image
  • Lets you explore and collapse branches one at a time
  • Works from your own material instead of generic templates
Example plate tectonics mind map branches
Plate boundariesDivergent · convergent · transform
Evidence for continental driftMatching coastlines · fossil distribution · rock formations · glacial deposits
Driving forces of plate motionMantle convection · slab pull · ridge push
Divergent boundary landformsMid-ocean ridges · rift valleys · volcanic islands
Convergent boundary featuresSubduction zones · volcanic arcs · mountain ranges · deep ocean trenches
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Reads your files

Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or photos of pages read with text recognition.

Editable maps

Rename, move, or remove branches so the map matches how you think about the material.

Explore by branch

Expand and collapse sections to focus on one topic at a time before you test yourself.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a chapter, lecture slides, or a photo of handwritten notes.

Generate the map

The AI pulls out the main ideas and groups them into branches.

Edit and explore

Adjust the structure, then turn the same material into flashcards or quizzes.

Check whether the map stays editable after generation. A static image is hard to correct when the AI misreads a term or misses a subtopic, while an editable map lets you fix it in a minute.

Also consider how the map fits into the rest of your studying. Being able to turn the same notes into flashcards or practice quizzes means one source file does more of the work.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I study plate tectonics without memorizing every detail?

Start with the three boundary types (divergent, convergent, and transform) and the features each one produces. Then attach examples such as the Mid-Atlantic Ridge or the Himalayas to the matching branch.

What should a plate tectonics mind map include?

Include branches for plate boundaries, evidence for continental drift, the forces that move plates, and the landforms each boundary creates. Keeping each branch to a few sub-points makes the map easier to review.

Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?

Yes, the map is editable and explorable, so you can rename, move, or delete branches after generation. Corrections take a few seconds instead of a new upload.

Is there a free plan?

The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV are available on paid plans, and no credit card is needed to start.

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Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.