Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can explore
Upload a PDF, DOCX, slide deck, plain notes, or a photo of a page. DeckOwl builds a mind map with branches you can edit, reorder, and expand.
Why a mind map helps you see how ideas connect
Lecture notes often run in order, but exams ask how ideas relate. An AI mind map maker reads your material and arranges it around a central topic, so causes, effects, and examples sit on the branches where they belong.
- Turns PDFs, slides, and notes into a branching outline
- Works with photos of pages through text recognition
- Lets you edit, reorder, and expand every branch
- Pairs with flashcards and quizzes from the same material
Starts from your own material
Drop in a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or image. Photos of pages are read with text recognition, so handwritten-era printouts and scanned handouts work too.
Editable branches
Rename a branch, add a sub-point, or delete what you do not need. The map is yours to shape before you study from it.
Explore at your own pace
Open a branch to see its details, collapse what you have mastered, and focus on the parts that still feel shaky.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a file or paste text. No credit card is needed to start.
Generate the map
DeckOwl organizes the main ideas into a central topic with branches and sub-points.
Edit and explore
Adjust the structure, expand branches, and turn any section into flashcards or a quiz when you are ready.
A map works best when you can change it. DeckOwl keeps the structure editable, so you can merge overlapping branches, add a missing link, or split a crowded section into smaller pieces that are easier to memorize.
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study. Plus adds unlimited generations and export options for when you want to take your material into other tools.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I study a mind map of World War I causes?
Start with the central topic and say each main branch out loud, such as militarism or alliances. Then cover the sub-points and try to recall them before opening the branch again.
How many branches should a study mind map have?
Five to seven main branches is a practical range for one topic, with two to four sub-points under each. If a branch holds much more, split it into two linked branches.
Can I export my mind map?
Export is part of the paid plans. Plus, at $39/year or $7.99/month, includes PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export, while the free plan lets you study in the browser.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and study in the browser, and you do not need a credit card to start. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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