Turn your English tenses notes into a mind map you can edit
Upload a grammar handout, lecture slides, or your own notes. DeckOwl builds an explorable mind map of the tenses, branch by branch, that you can reshape as you learn.
Why a custom English tenses mind map beats a generic printable
Most printable charts list all twelve English tenses in one dense table, which is hard to memorize when you are still confusing present perfect with simple past. A English tenses mind map works better because it groups the tenses by time frame and shows how each form connects to its signal words and examples.
- Branches grouped by present, past, and future so you see the pattern at a glance
- Each tense linked to its form, signal words, and a sample sentence from your material
- Editable nodes so you can reorganize the map around the rules your course emphasizes
- Use the map as a study guide, then turn the same notes into quizzes with explanations
Branches built from your material
The map follows the structure of your own notes, so the tenses you were taught appear with the examples and rules your teacher used.
Explore by clicking
Open a branch to see the form, the signal words, and the typical use of each tense without scrolling through a long table.
Edit and study from it
Rename, move, or add branches to fit your course. Turn the same material into quizzes or flashcards when you are ready to practice.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or a photo of a grammar page. Photos are read with text recognition.
Generate the mind map
DeckOwl organizes the tenses into a map with main branches for present, past, and future and sub-branches for each form.
Study or export
Explore the map in your browser on the free plan. On Plus, export it as a PDF or use it in other formats.
A map built from your own class notes also matches the examples your teacher used, so you are not relearning rules from a different textbook. Start with the branches, then quiz yourself on each one until the differences feel automatic.
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Frequently asked questions
What should an English tenses mind map include?
A useful map separates the three time frames, then lists the four aspects under each: simple, continuous, perfect, and perfect continuous. Each branch should show the basic form, common signal words, and one example sentence.
How do I tell present perfect from simple past?
Present perfect connects a past action to the present, often with already, yet, just, ever, or since, and the exact time is not stated. Simple past describes a finished action at a specific time, such as yesterday or in 2019.
Can I export the mind map as a PDF?
PDF export is a Plus feature, available for $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you generate maps and study them in your browser without exporting.
Does DeckOwl work with a photo of my grammar notes?
Yes. Photos of pages are read with text recognition, so you can upload a picture of handwritten or printed notes, and you can edit the result before studying.
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