Turn your notes and PDFs into a mind map you can explore
Upload a PDF or your notes and get an editable mind map you can explore branch by branch.
Why a mind map app beats a blank page
A mind map app helps most when the ideas already exist in your course material and you need them arranged by how they connect. Instead of hunting for a printable template, you upload your own PDF or notes and DeckOwl drafts the map, so the structure reflects what your teacher actually covered.
- Start from your own PDF, slides, or notes rather than generic topic lists.
- Edit, rename, and rearrange nodes until the map matches your lecture.
- Expand branches gradually to avoid a crowded, unreadable page.
- Turn any node into flashcards or quiz questions when you are ready to practice.
Built from your material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or a photo of a page and get a map of the main ideas.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches how you think about the topic.
Explore at your own pace
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one area at a time instead of scanning a crowded page.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, slides, a Word file, notes, or a photo of a textbook page.
Review the map
Read the branches DeckOwl pulls out and edit anything that is off.
Explore and study
Expand the branches you need, then turn key nodes into flashcards or quiz questions.
If you were hoping for a ready-made set of ideas, this gives you a starting map built from your own sources, which is usually more useful before an exam. Every node stays editable, so you can cut weak branches and add your own examples as you go.
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Frequently asked questions
How many branches should a mind map of renewable energy sources have?
Most maps work well with five to seven main branches, such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, biomass, and tidal, each with a few sub-points.
How do I make a mind map easier to remember?
Keep each node to a few words, use one color per main branch, and redraw the map from memory a day later to check what you kept.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, and no credit card is needed to start.
Can I export my mind map?
Export options such as PDF and DOCX are part of the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month, while the free plan keeps everything in the browser.
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