Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can edit and explore
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of a page and get a mind map with branches you can rearrange, expand, and study from.
How to choose an AI mind map maker
Most students try a few tools before finding one that keeps the structure of a lecture intact, and a good AI mind map maker should start from your own pages rather than a blank canvas. Look for one that reads PDFs and slide decks accurately, lets you edit every node, and makes it easy to go from the map back to the source material.
- Check that the map follows the headings and order of your original material.
- Confirm every branch is editable so you can rename, move, or delete nodes.
- Look for a way to turn the same notes into flashcards or quiz questions.
- Choose a plan that fits how often you study, since the free plan includes 3 generations per month.
Branches from your own material
Main topics and subtopics are pulled from the document you upload, so the map reflects your course rather than generic filler.
Editable and explorable
Rename nodes, move branches, and collapse sections to focus on one part of the topic at a time.
Study tools from the same source
Turn the same notes into flashcards with spaced repetition or into a quiz with explanations when you want to test recall.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text file, or a photo of a page. No credit card is needed to start.
Generate the map
DeckOwl reads the material and builds a branched mind map of the main ideas and their supporting details.
Edit and explore
Reshape the map to match how your class teaches the topic, then study it in the browser.
A map is most useful when you can question it. Expand a branch, check whether each sub-point matches your notes, and fix anything the tool got wrong before you rely on it. Treat the generated map as a draft you refine, not a finished answer.
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Frequently asked questions
How should I structure a mind map for acids and bases?
Start with the main definitions, Arrhenius, Brønsted-Lowry, and Lewis, then add properties and the pH scale as sub-branches. Keep each node to one idea so the relationships between them stay clear.
What is the difference between strong and weak acids on a map?
Strong acids dissociate completely in water, while weak acids only partially dissociate, so they are usually linked to an equilibrium constant such as Ka. Placing these as sibling branches under acid strength makes the contrast easy to review.
Can I export the mind map?
Exporting is a paid feature: the Plus plan includes PDF and DOCX export, and the free plan lets you study in the browser without exports. Plus is $39/year or $7.99/month, and students get 40% off with a school email.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card required.
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