Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can edit and explore
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or photo of your notes and get a mind map you can edit and explore branch by branch.
How an AI mind map maker organizes your notes
An AI mind map maker works best when it starts from your own material, not a blank canvas. Lecture slides, textbook chapters, and typed notes all contain a hierarchy: a main topic, the concepts under it, and the details that support each concept. DeckOwl reads that structure and turns it into a map you can open and change.
- Start from a lecture PDF, textbook chapter, or photo of handwritten notes.
- Keep main branches short so each one covers a single concept.
- Rename nodes in your own words to test recall, not just recognition.
- Use the map as a checklist and quiz yourself on each branch.
Editable maps
Rename, move, and rearrange nodes after generation so the map matches how you think about the material.
Explorable structure
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one section at a time instead of scanning a crowded page.
Built from your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or photos of pages read with text recognition.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl drafts a mind map with main branches and sub-points from your content.
Edit and explore
Adjust nodes, move through branches, and study alongside flashcards or quizzes.
If you came looking for a Monica assistant, note that DeckOwl is a separate tool built around your own files. Maps are editable, so you can delete weak branches, merge overlapping ideas, and add your own notes before you study.
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Frequently asked questions
How do mind maps help when studying biology?
They show how concepts connect, such as photosynthesis leading to the Calvin cycle. Trace one branch at a time and say the connections aloud before checking your notes.
How many branches should a study mind map have?
Most useful maps have 4 to 7 main branches, each with 2 to 4 sub-points. Fewer branches usually means the topic is too broad to recall.
Can I export my mind map?
Exports are a paid feature. Plus includes PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export, and the Free plan lets you study in the browser.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The Free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study, with no credit card needed to start.
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