Turn your PDFs and notes into an editable mind map with AI
Upload a chapter, lecture slides, or your notes and get an editable, explorable mind map you can study in the browser.
Why a free AI mind map helps with exam review
Starting from your own reading, a free mind map AI app can show how the ideas in a chapter connect before you memorize them one by one. Seeing the structure first makes it easier to spot gaps in your notes.
- Works with PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, and photos of pages
- Free plan includes 3 generations per month
- Study in the browser with no credit card needed to start
- Plus adds unlimited generations and PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export
Editable maps
Rename, move, or add branches after generation so the map matches your course.
Explorable branches
Expand and collapse sections to focus on one part of a topic at a time.
Built from your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or photos of pages.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl builds a mind map with main branches and sub-points from your content.
Edit and explore
Rearrange the branches, then click through them to review each idea.
The free plan gives you 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV are part of Plus, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month and includes unlimited generations.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I map out the causes of the American Civil War?
Start with a central node for the war and add branches for economic, political, and social causes. Link each branch to a specific event like the Missouri Compromise or the 1860 election, using short phrases you can scan quickly.
How many branches should a Civil War mind map have?
Five to seven main branches usually cover causes, major campaigns, politics, the home front, and Reconstruction without crowding the map. Add sub-branches only where you need to remember dates or names.
Is the free plan enough to try this?
Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki, or CSV are part of the paid Plus plan.
Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?
Yes, the map is editable and explorable, so you can rename, move, or add branches after DeckOwl builds it from your PDF or notes.
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