Make a concept map from your notes, not a blank Google Doc
Drawing boxes and connector lines takes time. Upload your material and get an editable, explorable mind map to start from.
Why build a concept map from notes instead of drawing one
Drawing a concept map in Google Docs by hand works, but you have to place every box, draw every connector, and redo the layout whenever a new idea comes up. Starting from a blank page is slow when your notes are already long and organized.
- Start from your own lecture slides or textbook chapter instead of an empty page.
- Rename, move, or delete branches as your understanding improves.
- Keep the structure while checking each idea against your source notes.
- Use the free plan to study in the browser before deciding whether to export.
Built from your files
Upload PDFs, Word files, slides, plain notes, or photos of pages and get a starting map.
Editable and explorable
Rename branches, move ideas, and expand sub-points until the map fits how you study.
Study now, export later
Explore maps in the browser on the free plan. Plus adds PDF and DOCX export.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of a page.
Review the mind map
Look over the central idea and its branches, then edit anything that is off.
Export when it is ready
On Plus, export as PDF or DOCX and place the map in your documents.
DeckOwl reads your source and proposes a central topic with branches you can edit and explore. You decide what stays, so the map reflects your course instead of a generic template.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I start a concept map for photosynthesis?
Put photosynthesis in the center, then add branches for inputs (light, water, carbon dioxide), the light-dependent reactions, the Calvin cycle, and outputs (glucose and oxygen). Keep each branch to a few short sub-points.
How many branches should a concept map have?
Four to six main branches is a practical range for most topics, because it keeps the map readable. If a branch grows past four sub-points, consider splitting it into its own map.
Can I export my map to Google Docs or Word?
The free plan lets you study and explore maps in the browser without exports. Plus includes PDF and DOCX export, so you can place a finished map into a document.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card.
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