Turn scholarly articles into an editable AI mind map
Upload a journal article, thesis chapter, or lecture notes and get an editable mind map you can explore one branch at a time.
Mapping a research article without losing the argument
Reading a dense journal article means tracking the research question, the methods, the evidence, and the limitations all at once, and a scholarly AI mind map generator can lay those parts out as connected branches so the structure stays visible. You start from the source you already have, whether that is a PDF, a thesis chapter, or a stack of lecture notes.
- Keeps the research question at the center of the map
- Separates methods from findings so you can compare them clearly
- Flags limitations as their own branch for critical reading
- Lets you rearrange branches when you compare several sources
Editable branches
Rename, move, or split any node so the map matches how your article is organized.
Explore by section
Collapse and expand sections to focus on methods, findings, or limitations one at a time.
Works from your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX or PPTX files, plain text notes, or photos of pages.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of the pages you are reading.
Generate the map
The AI pulls out the central argument and the supporting sections as branches.
Edit and explore
Adjust any node, then move through the map branch by branch while you read.
Because the map is editable, you can correct a node that misread a claim, merge two branches that cover the same finding, or add your own critical questions beside the author's points. Exploring the map section by section is often easier for building a literature review than rereading the full paper each time.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I map the argument of a journal article?
Start with the research question at the center, then add branches for the methods, the main findings, and the stated limitations. Keep each node to a single claim so the map is easy to scan later.
How many branches should a mind map of a research paper have?
Most articles fit into five to seven main branches. If you need many more, the map is probably tracking details instead of the overall structure, so group those details under fewer parent nodes.
Can I use it on a photo of a journal page?
Yes, photos of pages are read with text recognition. Check the extracted text against the original for symbols, equations, and footnotes, since those are the most likely to be misread.
Is there a free plan, and what does exporting cost?
The Free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV are part of the Plus plan, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month, and students get 40% off with a school email.
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