Turn your notes into an online mind map to study together
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of a page and get an editable, explorable mind map. Start free with 3 generations a month, no credit card needed.
Why a shared mind map helps study groups
Study groups often end up with one person's notes and everyone else squinting at them. Starting from a online mind maps for group study built from the same source material gives everyone the same structure to work from.
- Upload the readings your group already shares so everyone builds from the same source.
- Make the central topic the unit or exam name, not a full sentence.
- Limit main branches to the concepts the exam is likely to test.
- Quiz yourself by covering a branch and naming its sub-points from memory.
Built from your material
Upload PDFs, Word or PowerPoint files, plain notes, or photos of pages. Text recognition reads the images so the map reflects your own course content.
Editable and explorable
Rearrange branches, add sub-points, and click through the map to study each idea in order. Your map stays under your control in the browser.
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How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or photo of a page from your class or textbook.
Generate the mind map
DeckOwl organizes the main topic into branches and sub-points you can edit.
Study and share the idea
Review the map in your browser, then go over it with a study partner in whatever meeting setup your group already uses.
DeckOwl does not offer live co-editing, so the map is best treated as a solo review tool that each member can generate from the shared readings. Then the group can talk through the branches on a video call or in person.
A good map has one central topic, a handful of main branches, and two or three sub-points under each. Keep the labels short so you can recall them without looking.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make a mind map for biology study?
Start with the unit topic in the center, then add one branch for each major concept from your lecture or textbook chapter. Add two or three short sub-points under each branch.
What should go in the main branches of a study mind map?
Use the core structures, processes, or definitions that your course emphasizes. Keep each branch focused so you can recall its sub-points without looking.
Can classmates edit the same DeckOwl mind map at the same time?
No, DeckOwl does not offer live shared editing. Each person generates and edits their own map in the browser, and exporting is a paid feature.
Is DeckOwl free to start?
Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Paid plans add unlimited generations and export options.
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