Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can edit
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or a photo of a page and get a mind map you can rearrange, expand, and explore branch by branch.
Why a mind map helps you study a topic
An AI mind mapping app works best when it starts from your own material, because the map reflects the actual structure of your lectures or readings.
- Build the map from your own lecture slides or readings instead of generic templates.
- Collapse branches to test yourself on one section before reviewing the whole topic.
- Look for main branches with few sub-points to find gaps in your notes.
- Turn important nodes into flashcards and quiz questions to practice what the map shows.
Upload any source
Add PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain text notes, or photos of pages read with text recognition.
Edit the structure
Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches how you think about the topic.
Explore by branch
Collapse and expand sections to focus on one part of the topic at a time.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, Word or PowerPoint file, pasted notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
The AI builds a central topic with main branches and supporting sub-points.
Edit and study
Reshape the map, then turn key nodes into flashcards or quiz questions.
Mind maps show how ideas connect. Placing a central concept in the middle and hanging subtopics off it makes relationships visible, such as cause and effect or part and whole, which are harder to see in a linear summary.
Editing the map yourself is part of the learning. Moving a branch forces you to decide where a concept belongs, and that decision is a recall exercise.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make a mind map for studying?
Start with a central topic, then add main branches for the major themes in your notes. Under each branch, list two to four key terms or facts, and keep the wording short so the map stays easy to scan.
Does a mind map work better than an outline for memorizing?
Mind maps help you see relationships between ideas, while outlines help with ordering details. Many students sketch a map first to see the structure, then write an outline or flashcards for the specifics.
Can I use the mind map feature on the free plan?
Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exports are not included on the free plan.
What file types can I upload?
You can upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, and images, where photos of pages are read with text recognition.
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