Explore your study notes in a mind map UI you can edit
Upload a PDF, DOCX, or set of notes and get a mind map with branches you can rename, rearrange, and expand as you learn.
How a mind map UI helps you see the structure of a topic
A good mind map UI shows how ideas connect, so you can see a topic's structure before memorizing its details. Text-heavy notes hide relationships between concepts, while a map places a main idea at the center and branches out to supporting points.
- Click a branch to collapse or expand it, keeping focus on one subtopic.
- Rename or move nodes to match your course terminology.
- Add your own branches for ideas the source material leaves out.
- Exporting a map is a paid feature; the free plan lets you study in the browser.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches how your course organizes the material.
Explorable layout
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one topic without losing the big picture.
Built from your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of pages, and the map is drawn from your own material.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or a photo of a page.
Review the map
Check the main branches and edit any node that needs clearer wording.
Explore and study
Expand branches one at a time, then turn key nodes into flashcards or quiz questions.
DeckOwl builds the map from your own material, so the branches follow your lecture slides or textbook chapter. You can edit any node, which matters because the first draft may group things differently than your instructor does.
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Frequently asked questions
What should a mind map for DNA and genetics include?
Start with a central idea, such as DNA structure or gene expression, then branch into the molecules, processes, and terms your course covers. Keep each branch to a few sub-points so it stays readable.
How do I study from a mind map instead of just looking at it?
Cover one branch and try to recall its sub-points from memory, then check the map. Turning key nodes into flashcards or quiz questions adds spaced practice.
Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?
Yes, you can rename, move, add, or remove nodes so the map fits your course.
Do I need to pay to export my mind map?
Exporting is a paid feature. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, and students get 40% off with a school email.
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