Turn any PDF into an editable mind map with AI
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or a photo of a page and get an editable, explorable mind map you can study in the browser.
Why make your own mind map PDF
Most printable templates are generic, so if you want a mind map PDF that matches your chapter, make one from your own notes. A map built from your lecture slides or textbook pages uses your terms and your structure, which makes it more useful for an exam than a template someone else filled in.
- Free plan: 3 generations per month and studying in the browser
- Plus: unlimited generations and PDF export, $39/year or $7.99/month
- Students get 40% off with a school email
- No credit card needed to start
Built from your material
Your own PDF, slides, or notes become the source, so the branches match what you actually have to learn.
Editable and explorable
Rename, move, or add branches and expand each one to see the sub-points behind it.
Study from the map
Turn the same material into flashcards with spaced repetition or quizzes with explanations.
How it works
Upload your file
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or a photo of a page. Photos are read with text recognition.
Generate the map
DeckOwl organizes the content into a mind map with a main topic and labeled branches.
Edit and export
Adjust the branches as you like. The free plan studies in the browser, and PDF export is included with Plus.
Start with the main topic in the center, then let the generator pull out the major branches from your material. You can reorganize the branches, expand any of them, and then decide whether to study from the map or export it as a PDF.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make a mind map for cell biology?
Put the main topic, such as cell structure, in the center and add one branch for each major idea like organelles, the membrane, and transport. Keep each branch to a few sub-points so you can recall them without the map in front of you.
How many branches should a study mind map have?
Five to seven main branches works well for most chapters, with two to four sub-points under each. If a branch needs more detail, split it into its own map instead of making one crowded page.
Is PDF export free?
PDF export is a Plus feature, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you generate a few mind maps per month and study them in the browser.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card and upgrade later if you want unlimited generations or exports.
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