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Turn your notes into an AI mind map you can explore

Upload a PDF, slide deck, or photo of your notes and get a branching map you can edit, rearrange, and click through.

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Why a mind map helps when you study from your own notes

Long lecture notes often hide how ideas connect, and an AI mind map generator pulls those connections into one view you can edit and explore.

  • Show how concepts relate, not just a list of terms
  • Spot gaps by seeing which branches are thin
  • Rebuild the map from memory to test recall
  • Start free with 3 generations per month
Example biology mind map branches for cell structure
Cell membranePhospholipid bilayer · Selective permeability · Passive and active transport
MitochondriaSite of cellular respiration · Produces ATP · Contains its own circular DNA
NucleusStores DNA · Controls gene expression · Nucleolus assembles ribosome parts
Mitosis phasesProphase · Metaphase · Anaphase · Telophase
PhotosynthesisLight-dependent reactions · Calvin cycle · Occurs in chloroplasts
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Works with your own files

Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes, or a photo of a page. Text recognition reads the photo.

Editable branches

Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches how your class organizes the material.

Explore it your way

Click through branches to focus on one topic at a time, then quiz yourself or turn the same material into flashcards.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a PDF, slide deck, document, or photo of your notes.

Generate the map

The AI pulls out the main topics and connects them into branches.

Edit and explore

Adjust the structure and click through each branch as you study.

A mind map works best when it comes from your material, not a generic template. Your professor's slides, readings, and handwritten notes are what the exam will ask about, so the map should reflect them.

Because the branches are editable, you can reshape the map as you learn. Move weak topics closer to the center, add missing details, and use the map as a starting point for quizzes or flashcards.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I make a mind map for studying?

Start with one central topic, then add main branches for the big themes and sub-branches for supporting facts. Keep each node to a word or short phrase so you can recall it on a blank page.

How many branches should a study mind map have?

Most topics work well with 4 to 7 main branches. If you need more, split the subtopic into a second map so each one stays readable.

Can I export my mind map?

Exports are a paid feature. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exporting, and Plus adds PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV exports.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study. No credit card is needed to start, and students get 40% off with a school email.

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Keep exploring the topic

Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.