Turn your class notes into a mind map with an AI tool
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or photo of a page and get an editable mind map you can explore branch by branch.
Why a mind map helps when you study
Lecture slides and textbook chapters often arrive as long lists of terms with no clear hierarchy. An AI mind map maker sorts them into a tree of main topics and subtopics, so you can see how the ideas relate before you memorize details.
- Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or images of pages
- Editable nodes so you can fix errors and reshape branches
- Explorable structure that expands one branch at a time
- Free plan includes 3 generations per month with no credit card needed to start
Built from your material
Upload PDFs, DOCX files, PPTX slides, plain text notes, or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches how your course organizes the topic.
Explore at your own pace
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one section at a time instead of scanning a wall of text.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, Word file, slide deck, text notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl builds a branched outline of the main ideas and how they connect.
Edit and explore
Adjust branches and expand sections as you study. The free plan includes 3 generations per month.
Mind maps work well for subjects with many linked parts, such as history, biology pathways, or the structure of a government. Seeing a parent idea next to its supporting details makes recall easier than rereading a flat summary.
Because the output is editable, you can correct anything the tool misread or reorganize branches to match your syllabus. Exporting is included in paid plans, while the free plan lets you study in the browser.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I organize US government branches in a mind map?
Start with the three branches (legislative, executive, and judicial) as main nodes. Under each, list its core role, its key members or leaders, and the checks it places on the other branches.
How detailed should a study mind map be?
Keep each node to a few short labels rather than full sentences. Aim for one main idea per node so you can recall it without the source text in front of you.
Can I edit the map after it is generated?
Yes. You can rename nodes, move them, and expand or collapse branches. Exporting is a paid feature on Plus and Pro.
Does the free plan include mind maps?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, but it does not include exports.
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