Turn your notes into a mind map on iPhone or Mac
Upload a PDF, DOCX, or photo of your notes and get an editable mind map you can expand, rearrange, and study. It runs in your browser, so there is nothing to download from the App Store.
Why a mind map helps with study material
A lecture PDF or a page of messy notes is hard to scan, so students who make a mind map on an Apple device usually want branches they can expand and rearrange.
- Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or photos of pages
- Edit branches and sub-points after the map is generated
- Study in the browser on the free plan
- Export options are available on paid plans
Built from your own material
Upload PDFs, DOCX or PPTX files, plain notes, or photos of pages. Text recognition reads the images so your map reflects your course.
Editable and explorable
Move branches, add sub-points, and collapse sections as you go. The map stays yours to adjust instead of a fixed picture.
Flashcards and quizzes too
The same material can become spaced repetition flashcards or quizzes with explanations when you want to test recall after mapping.
How it works
Open DeckOwl in your browser
Use Safari or another browser on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. No account is needed to start.
Upload your notes or a PDF
Add a lecture PDF, a Word file, or a photo of handwritten notes. The text is pulled out automatically.
Explore and edit the map
Expand the branches, reorder ideas, and fix anything the AI missed before you study from it.
Mind maps work because they show how a topic splits into parts. Apple fruit biology is a good test: the skin, flesh, core, and seeds each connect back to the whole fruit, and a map makes those links visible.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a mind map for apple biology have?
Five to seven main branches usually cover a topic like apple anatomy or ripening without crowding the map. Each branch can hold two to four sub-points you can explore further.
What should a student include when mapping how an apple grows from flower to fruit?
Start with the flower, then pollination, fertilization, fruit development, and seed dispersal in that order. Add a short note on what each stage needs, such as pollinators and cross-pollination between varieties.
Can I export my mind map to use somewhere else?
Exports are a paid feature, while the free plan lets you study in the browser only. Plus and Pro include PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export.
Does it work on an iPhone or Mac?
DeckOwl runs in the browser, so there is no separate app to install. Open it in Safari or another browser on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
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