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A mind map planning app that builds from your own notes

Upload a PDF or paste your notes, and get an editable mind map you can explore branch by branch.

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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 planning

Planning a research project or a semester gets easier when you can see every branch at once. This mind map planning app reads your PDF, DOCX, or notes and lays out the main ideas as a map you can edit, reorder, and explore.

See goals, tasks, and deadlines on one page
Start from your own syllabus or project brief
Expand only the branch you are working on
Update the plan as new information arrives

Example project planning mind map branches

Project scopeGoals · Deliverables · Out-of-scope items

Weekly study scheduleReview topics · Practice quizzes · Rest days

Risk planningIdentify risks · Rate likelihood · Assign owners · Set contingencies

Budget planningFixed costs · Variable costs · Contingency reserve

Exam prep timelineMap syllabus topics · Set deadlines · Schedule spaced review

Generate the full set

Editable branches

Rename, move, or delete branches after generation so the map matches your plan.

Explorable structure

Expand and collapse sections to focus on one part of a plan at a time.

Works with your files

Start from a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or a photo of a printed page.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes, or a photo of a page.

Generate the map

DeckOwl organizes the content into main branches with sub-points.

Explore and adjust

Reshape branches as your plan changes and keep the map current.

Because the map starts from your own material, you begin with a structure instead of a blank page. Move branches around as priorities shift, and collapse sections you have already handled so the open items stand out.

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Turn PDFs and notes into an editable mind map. Start free, 3 generations a month.

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Turn lecture notes and PDFs into an editable mind map, free to start, with no credit card needed.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I plan a project with a mind map?

Start with the goal in the center, then add branches for scope, tasks, deadlines, and risks. Keep each sub-point short so you can scan the whole plan at a glance.

How many branches should a planning mind map have?

Most plans work well with four to seven main branches, each with two to four sub-points. Split a branch once it holds more items than you can scan quickly.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exports are part of the paid Plus and Pro plans.

Do students get a discount?

Yes, students with a school email get 40% off, and no credit card is needed to start.

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Keep exploring the topic

Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.