Turn your notes into an editable mind map in minutes
Skip drawing every branch by hand. Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of a page, and DeckOwl builds a mind map you can rename, reshape, and explore.
Making a mind map from your own notes
If you want to know how to make a mind map in Samsung Notes, drawing branches by hand works but gets slow with long chapters. DeckOwl takes a different route by building the map from your own material. Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of your notes, and you get a mind map you can edit and explore.
- Start from a chapter PDF or your own typed notes instead of a blank page.
- Keep each branch to one idea so it is easy to recall.
- Edit the map after generation to match your instructor's terminology.
- Use the explorable view to test yourself branch by branch.
Any source material
PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or a photo of a page read with text recognition.
Explorable branches
Expand and collapse topics so you can focus on one branch at a time.
Editable map
Rename, move, or add branches so the map matches how your course is organized.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, your notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl reads the text and proposes a main topic with supporting branches.
Edit and study
Adjust the branches, then study from the map or switch to flashcards or quizzes.
Mind maps work best when the top branch is a real topic from your course and the sub-points are facts you can recall. Start with the chapter heading, let the map fill in the rest, and correct any branch that drifts off topic.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a cell biology mind map have?
Most students do well with 5 to 7 main branches, one per organelle or process. Each branch can hold 2 to 4 sub-points so the map stays readable.
How do I study a mind map effectively?
Cover the sub-points and try to recall each branch from its main topic before you check. Redraw or regenerate the map a day later to see what you remember.
Does DeckOwl work inside the Samsung Notes app?
No. DeckOwl runs in your browser as a separate tool, so you upload your notes or PDF to it instead of working inside Samsung Notes.
Can I export my mind map?
Exports to PDF and DOCX are part of the Plus plan, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month.
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