Spot the unique ideas hiding in your notes with a concept map
Upload a PDF, slides or notes and get an editable, explorable concept map that shows how your ideas connect.
Why a concept map helps you find ideas you would miss
Most concept maps stop at the obvious links between terms. A concept map built from your own material can bring out the less obvious connections, the ideas that sit between chapters or slides and rarely make it into a summary.
- Pulls key terms and their relationships from uploaded notes
- Lets you edit, rename and reorganize every branch
- Explorable view so you can collapse or expand ideas
- Free plan includes 3 generations a month and browser study
Editable branches
Rename nodes, move branches around and add your own links as you study.
Explorable structure
Collapse or expand any branch to focus on one idea at a time.
Built from your material
Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes or a photo of a page, and the map follows what your source actually says.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, slide deck, Word file, plain notes or a photographed page.
Review the main branches
Check the core concepts DeckOwl pulled out and adjust anything that looks off.
Explore and refine
Expand the branches you need, add links you spot yourself and keep the map as a study tool.
DeckOwl reads PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain notes and photographed pages with text recognition, then groups the ideas into branches you can edit. You can rearrange them, merge overlapping branches and add your own links so the map reflects how you think about the material.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find connections between ideas that my textbook does not state directly?
Start by mapping the main concepts, then ask which ones share a cause, an effect or an example. Write each link as a short phrase on the connector so the relationship is explicit and easy to test.
How many concepts should a concept map have for one chapter?
Aim for roughly 8 to 15 core concepts so the map stays readable. Add finer details only under the branches you need to review.
Can I export my mind map?
Exports are a paid feature. Plus includes PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export, while the free plan lets you study the map in the browser.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, which includes 3 generations per month. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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