Turn your design notes into an editable mind map
Upload a PDF or your notes and get a mind map you can edit, reorganize, and explore branch by branch.
What a good design mind map example includes
Good design mind map examples start with one central topic, such as visual hierarchy or the design process, and branch out into principles, tools, and common mistakes. Each branch should hold a few short sub-points, so the map reads at a glance instead of becoming a wall of text.
- Use one central topic and no more than six main branches.
- Keep sub-points to short phrases you can recall aloud.
- Label each branch with the principle or term it covers.
- Add a branch for common mistakes so you learn what to avoid.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or split any branch so the map matches how your course organizes the topic.
Explorable structure
Expand and collapse sections to review one area at a time instead of scanning a crowded page.
Built from your material
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes, or photos of pages and get a map from your own content.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of a page.
Review the map
Check the main branches and sub-points against your lecture material.
Edit and explore
Adjust branches and study each section until you can explain it from memory.
Most design courses cover overlapping ideas, like how color, typography, and layout all affect readability. A map helps you see those connections, and seeing them is what lets you apply a principle to a new layout rather than memorize it in isolation.
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Frequently asked questions
What should a design mind map include?
Start with one central topic, such as visual hierarchy, then add main branches for principles, tools, and common mistakes. Keep each branch to a few short sub-points so you can recall them.
How many branches should a mind map have for design principles?
Four to six main branches is a manageable range for most design topics. Group related ideas, like the Gestalt principles, under one branch rather than splitting them across many.
Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?
Yes. Mind maps are editable and explorable, so you can rename branches, move sub-points, and expand the parts you want to review.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser, though exports require a paid plan.
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