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Turn your history notes into a revision mind map

Upload a textbook chapter, lecture slides or handwritten notes photo. Get an editable map of causes, events, dates and key figures that you can explore branch by branch.

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Why a map suits history revision

Revising a long history syllabus is mostly about seeing how causes, people and dates connect, and a history revision mind map shows those links on one page.

  • Organize causes, events and consequences under one central topic
  • Spot connections between periods, figures and treaties at a glance
  • Edit and reorganize branches as your understanding improves
  • Start from your own notes so the map matches your course
Example history revision mind map branches
Causes of World War IMilitarism · Alliance system · Imperialism · Nationalism
French Revolution, 1789–1799Estates-General · Storming of the Bastille · Reign of Terror · Napoleon's coup in 1799
Cold WarTruman Doctrine · Marshall Plan · Berlin Blockade · NATO founded in 1949
Industrial Revolution in BritainTextile mechanization · Steam power · Factory system · Urbanization
English Civil WarRoyalists vs Parliamentarians · New Model Army · Execution of Charles I in 1649 · Restoration in 1660
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Branches from your material

Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or a photo of a page, and the main topics become branches with their sub-points.

Editable and explorable

Rename nodes, move ideas between branches, and collapse sections to focus on one period or theme at a time.

Flashcards from the same notes

Turn the same material into spaced repetition flashcards or a quiz when you are ready to test recall.

How it works

Upload your history notes

Add a PDF chapter, a slide deck, a document or a clear photo of your handwritten notes.

Review the generated map

Check the main branches for causes, key events, people and dates, and edit anything that is missing or off.

Explore and revise

Click through the branches, test yourself on each section, and fill gaps before your next study session.

Linear notes make it hard to spot patterns such as how one treaty set up the next conflict. A map with branches for causes, consequences and turning points makes those relationships visible before an exam.

Because the map is editable, you can keep it as a living revision document, adding sources or essay arguments as your course moves on.

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Frequently asked questions

How should I structure a history revision mind map?

Start with the topic in the center, then add branches for causes, key events, people, dates and consequences. Keep each sub-point short, such as a single fact or a named figure, so you can recall it quickly.

What is the best way to revise history with a mind map?

Cover the branches and try to recall each one from memory, then check the map and fill any gaps. Repeat the process a day or two later to strengthen recall before your exam.

Can I study the mind map on the free plan?

Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exporting to PDF or DOCX requires the Plus plan, which is $39/year or $7.99/month.

Does a school email get a discount?

Students with a school email get 40% off paid plans. You do not need a credit card to start on the free plan.

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Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.