Turn any PDF into a mind map with AI
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or notes and get a mind map of the main topics and how they connect. Edit the branches and explore them one at a time.
How the PDF to mind map process works
Long readings often bury the main argument under pages of detail, and turning a PDF into a mind map with AI pulls out the topics and how they connect so you see the structure before you study the details. DeckOwl reads the text in your file, including scanned pages through text recognition, and arranges it as a branching map.
- Works with PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, and images of pages
- Editable nodes so the map reflects your course, not just the source
- Free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser
- Plus adds unlimited generations plus PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export
Editable branches
Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches your course, not just the source.
Explorable structure
Expand and collapse branches to focus on one topic at a time.
Works from your files
Start from a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes, or a photo of a page read with text recognition.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or an image of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl builds a mind map of the main topics and their subtopics.
Edit and explore
Adjust the branches, then click through the map to study each section.
The result is a starting point, not a finished answer. Because the map is editable, you can rename branches, merge overlapping topics, and add your own notes where the source was unclear. Exploring it branch by branch also makes it easier to test yourself on each section.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I edit the mind map after it is generated?
Yes. You can rename, move, add, and remove nodes so the map matches your notes and course.
How do I organize the causes of the Industrial Revolution in a mind map?
Start with one central node, then group causes such as capital, labor, resources, and markets as main branches. Add the supporting evidence from your source under each branch so you can check it later.
Can I export my mind map?
Exporting is a paid feature. Plus includes PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card.
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