Turn your own notes or PDF into a free mind map
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or a photo of a page and get a mind map you can edit and explore. The free plan includes 3 generations a month.
Why a mind map helps when you study from notes
When a chapter is already sitting in your notes, a mind map maker that starts from that material saves the most time. You skip the blank page and spend your effort on the connections between ideas.
- Start from your own PDF, notes, or photo of a page
- Keep branches short, with two to four sub-points each
- Edit the map to match your lecture order or textbook headings
- Review the finished map first, then turn it into flashcards or a quiz
Works from what you already have
Upload PDFs, Word and PowerPoint files, plain notes, or a photo of a page. Text recognition reads the photo so you do not retype anything.
Editable and explorable
Rename branches, move ideas, and expand or collapse sections so the map fits how you think about the material.
Study in the browser
Open your mind map and review it right away on the free plan. Turn the same material into flashcards or a quiz when you are ready.
How it works
Add your material
Upload a file or paste your notes. Photos of pages work too.
Generate the map
DeckOwl pulls the main topics and groups the supporting points under them as branches.
Edit and study
Adjust branches to match your course, then explore the map to test your recall.
A good map puts the central topic in the middle and gives each major concept its own branch. Sub-points stay short, so you can see the structure of the chapter at a glance and notice where a topic is thin.
Because the map is editable, you can reshape it as your understanding improves. Move weak branches, add missing links, and rebuild the map before an exam.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I turn a chapter into a useful mind map?
Put the chapter's main topic in the center, then add one branch for each major concept. Keep sub-points to two to four words or a short phrase so the structure stays easy to scan.
How many branches should a study mind map have?
Five to seven main branches usually fit on one screen and stay readable. Add deeper sub-branches only where the material needs them.
Can I export my mind map?
Export to PDF and DOCX is part of the Plus plan, which costs $39 a year or $7.99 a month. The free plan lets you study your map in the browser.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, which includes 3 generations a month.
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