Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can explore and edit
DeckOwl reads your PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, plain notes, or photos of pages, then builds a mind map of the main ideas and their details.
Why a mind map helps with a unit like cell biology
Students comparing a QuizWhiz AI mind map generator with other tools usually want one thing: a map that reflects how their own material is organized, not a generic chart.
- Shows how concepts relate, not just a list of terms
- Works from PDFs, slides, notes, and photos of pages
- Lets you edit branches so the map matches your course
- Pairs well with flashcards and quizzes made from the same material
Interactive maps
Click through branches to see how each idea connects to the next, instead of scanning a flat list of notes.
Built from your material
Each map comes from the file or notes you upload, so the branches follow your course, not a generic template.
Edit as you learn
Rename, reorder, or add branches as your understanding changes, then turn the same material into flashcards or quizzes.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of a page. No credit card is needed to start.
Review the branches
Check the main topics and sub-points the AI pulled out, and fix anything that doesn't match your lecture.
Explore and edit the map
Expand the branches you need to study most, and edit the map before your next review session.
A good map separates the big ideas from the supporting details. In a cell biology unit, for example, one branch can hold the organelles, and each organelle can branch into its function, structure, and how it links to the others.
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Frequently asked questions
How many main branches should a mind map have for a cell biology unit?
Most units work well with 5 to 8 main branches, such as membrane, nucleus, organelles, transport, and energy. Add sub-branches only where your lecture gives separate facts you need to recall.
How do I check a mind map against my textbook?
Compare each main branch with the chapter headings, then confirm the sub-points against the definitions in the text. Edit any branch that is missing a key term or mixes up two organelles.
Can I export my mind map?
Export is a paid feature. Plus includes PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 5 generations a week and studying in the browser. You can start without a credit card, and students get 40% off with a school email.
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