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Make a mind map from your notes, without building it by hand

Upload a PDF, slide deck, or photo of your notes and get an editable mind map with branches you can explore and rearrange.

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Drop files here or browsePDF, DOCX, PPTX, text or photos of your notes · several files with Plus

Free · First set needs no signup · Creates mind maps in seconds

Why a mind map suits study notes better than a blank canvas

Many people searching for a mind map maker like Canva want to turn a stack of readings into a clear diagram, not design one from scratch. Drop in a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of your notes, and the tool builds the branches for you. You can then edit any node and move through the map at your own pace.

Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of pages
Edit and rearrange branches in the browser
Start free with 3 generations per month and no credit card
Students get 40% off with a school email

Example Canva design topics for a mind map

Canva Brand KitLogo · brand colors · fonts · saved templates

Layers and alignmentLayer order · grouping elements · alignment guides · locking objects

Working with templatesSearch by use case · replace text and images · duplicate pages · adjust spacing

Presentation designOne idea per slide · consistent fonts · high-contrast text · speaker notes

Exporting designsPNG for web · PDF for print · MP4 for video · share link

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Reads your own material

Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of pages. Text recognition pulls the content out so the map starts from your readings.

Editable branches

Rename, move, or delete any node. The map is a starting draft you shape to fit how you think about the topic.

Explore at your pace

Expand and collapse branches to focus on one idea at a time, then turn weak spots into flashcards or quiz questions.

How it works

Add your notes

Upload a file or paste text. Photos of handwritten or printed pages work too.

Generate the map

DeckOwl sorts the material into a main topic, branches, and sub-points.

Edit and explore

Adjust the layout and wording, then click through the branches to check what you understand.

A Canva template gives you a layout, but the content is still your job. DeckOwl reads the material first, so the main ideas and supporting details are sorted before you start editing. That saves setup time and leaves more of it for checking what you actually remember.

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Frequently asked questions

How many branches should a study mind map have?

Most readable study maps use 4 to 7 main branches, each with 2 to 4 sub-points. If a topic needs more, split it into a second map so each one stays easy to scan.

How do I study from a mind map instead of rereading it?

Cover one branch and try to recall its sub-points out loud before checking them. Then turn the branches you missed into flashcards and quiz yourself on them later.

Is DeckOwl made by Canva?

No. DeckOwl is an independent AI study tool and is not affiliated with Canva.

Can I export my mind map?

Exports are a paid feature. The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month, and Plus adds unlimited generations along with PDF and DOCX export.

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