Learn how to do a revision mind map from your own notes
Upload a PDF or your typed notes and get an editable mind map with a branch for each key idea, ready to explore and review before the exam.
Why a revision mind map helps before exams
A revision mind map shows how the ideas in a unit connect, which is harder to see in a linear set of notes. Start with the chapter title in the center and work outward, so each branch becomes a topic you can test yourself on.
- Keep branch labels to two or three words so you can recall them quickly.
- Use one color per main branch to group related topics visually.
- Check each sub-point against your textbook or lecture slides before you rely on it.
- Redo the map from memory a day or two later to see what stuck.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or delete any branch so the map matches how your course organizes the material.
Explorable structure
Expand and collapse sections to test yourself on one topic at a time instead of rereading the whole page.
Built from your material
Maps come from your own PDF, document, or photo of notes, so the branches reflect what your teacher actually covered.
How it works
Pick one central topic
Write the exam unit or chapter name in the center, such as the French Revolution or cellular respiration.
Branch out the main ideas
Add one branch per subtopic from your notes, then add two to four short sub-points under each branch.
Review by expanding branches
Cover the branch labels and recall the sub-points aloud, then open each branch to check what you missed.
Mind maps also make gaps easy to spot. If a branch has only one sub-point, that is a sign to go back to the source material and fill it in before the exam.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a revision mind map have?
Most units work well with four to seven main branches, each covering one clear subtopic. If you have more, split the unit into two maps.
How do I revise from a mind map without rereading it?
Cover the branches and try to name each sub-point from memory, then open the branch to check. Repeat the weakest branches first.
Can I export my mind map?
Export is included with paid plans. The free plan lets you create and explore maps in the browser but not download them.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, which includes three generations per month.
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