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What makes a mind map yang baik dan benar

A mind map yang baik dan benar starts with one central idea written in the middle, then splits into a few main branches, and each branch holds short phrases rather than full sentences. The layout should show how ideas relate, so a reader can trace a path from the broad topic down to a specific fact.

Put one central topic in the middle and keep its wording short.
Give each main branch one clear idea, labeled with a term from your source.
Limit sub-points to two to four per branch so the map stays readable.
Check every branch against the original notes before you rely on it.

Example photosynthesis mind map branches

Light-dependent reactionsOccur in thylakoid membranes · Split water and release oxygen · Produce ATP and NADPH

Calvin cycleOccurs in the stroma · Fixes carbon dioxide into sugar · Uses ATP and NADPH from light reactions

InputsCarbon dioxide · Water · Light energy

OutputsGlucose or other sugars · Oxygen · Water as a by-product

Factors that limit the rateLight intensity · Carbon dioxide concentration · Temperature

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One central idea

Every map starts from a single topic in the center, so the main idea is never lost among details.

Branches that match the source

Main branches follow the headings and structure of your material, not random guesses.

Editable and explorable

Rename, move, or collapse any branch. Free plan maps stay in the browser, and Plus adds exports.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes, or a photo of a textbook page. Photos are read with text recognition.

Review the branches

Check that the central topic is clear and each branch holds one idea. Edit anything that looks off.

Explore and study

Expand branches, follow the links between ideas, and turn key points into flashcards or a quiz.

Accuracy matters as much as layout. Each branch should come from the source material, and labels should use the same terms your textbook or lecture uses. Mixing a definition into a branch that is really a process, or adding ideas the source never mentions, makes a map look neat but teach the wrong thing.

Keep each map focused on one topic. A map that covers a whole semester is hard to review, while a map of one chapter can be checked line by line against the notes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many branches should a good mind map have?

Most useful maps have a handful of main branches, usually between four and seven, with two to four sub-points under each. If a branch needs many more, split it into two maps.

What is the difference between a mind map and an outline?

An outline lists ideas in a fixed top-down order, while a mind map radiates outward from one center and shows links between branches. Mind maps suit topics where relationships matter more than sequence.

Can I export my mind map?

Editing and exploring maps is included in the free plan. Exporting to PDF, DOCX, or other formats is part of the Plus plan at $99.90/year or $9.99/month.

Is the AI mind map generator free to try?

Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and no credit card is needed to start. Students get 40% off with a school email.

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