Other names for a mind map, and one made from your notes
Concept map, idea web, spider diagram: these all describe a mind map. Upload your PDF or notes and get an editable map you can explore branch by branch.
Why the name matters for studying
Teachers and textbooks use several mind map synonyms interchangeably, so a search for one term often turns up pages that call the same diagram something else. Concept maps stress labeled links between ideas, idea webs stress free association, and spider diagrams radiate outward from one center.
- Concept map: nodes joined by labeled links.
- Idea web: loose associations around a central word.
- Spider diagram: a center with radiating branches.
- Semantic map: groups words by shared meaning.
Upload what you already have
Works with PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, and photos of pages read with text recognition.
Editable nodes
Rename, move, or rewrite any branch so the map matches how your class defines the terms.
Explorable branches
Open each main branch to see its sub-points, then step back to the overview.
How it works
Add your material
Upload a PDF, document, slide deck, or paste your notes.
Review the generated map
Check the main branches and sub-points against your source.
Edit and explore
Adjust wording, reorganize branches, and study the map from the top down.
Whatever you call it, the study value comes from the same place: seeing how a main topic splits into smaller ideas. Start with the central topic from your notes, then let each branch hold one idea and its supporting details.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the main synonyms for a mind map?
Common alternatives are concept map, idea web, spider diagram, and semantic map. Concept maps usually label the links between ideas, while spider diagrams are simpler radial layouts.
How do I study synonyms using a mind map?
Put a target word in the center and add one branch per synonym, with a short note on how its meaning differs. Quiz yourself by covering a branch and naming its words.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, and you do not need a credit card to start. Exports are part of the paid Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month.
Can I export my mind map?
Exports are paid features. Plus includes PDF and DOCX export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export for quiz content.
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