Turn any PDF into a mind map with AI
Upload a PDF or your notes and get an editable mind map you can explore one branch at a time.
How a PDF becomes a mind map
Long chapters are hard to scan, so PDF to mind map conversion pulls the main ideas out of dense pages and arranges them into branches you can follow. Each branch keeps a link back to the section it came from, so you can check the source when a point is unclear.
- Reads text from PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, notes, and photos of pages
- Produces a map you can edit, reorganize, and explore in the browser
- Lets you move from the map to flashcards or quizzes from the same source
- Free plan includes 3 generations per month; Plus adds unlimited generations and PDF and DOCX export
Works with your files
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition before the map is built.
Editable and explorable
Expand or collapse branches, rename nodes, and rearrange ideas so the map matches how your course organizes the material.
Study from the map
Turn the same material into flashcards with spaced repetition or quizzes with explanations when you are ready to test yourself.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, slide deck, document, or photo of a page. No credit card is needed to start.
Generate the map
DeckOwl pulls the main ideas into branches and sub-branches based on the structure of your text.
Explore and edit
Collapse what you know, expand what you miss, and adjust any node until the map fits your notes.
Mind maps work best when you study them actively. Hide the sub-branches, recall them from the main idea, then open the map to check. Repeating this a few times a week shows you which parts of the material have not stuck yet.
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Frequently asked questions
How many main branches should a mind map have for one chapter?
Most chapters work well with 4 to 7 main branches, one for each major section or idea. Put definitions, steps, and examples under each branch as sub-branches.
How do I study a mind map instead of just looking at it?
Cover the sub-branches and try to recall them from each main branch, then uncover them to check. Redraw the map from memory a day or two later to see which branches you still miss.
Can I export my mind map?
Exports are a paid feature. Plus includes PDF and DOCX export, and the free plan lets you explore maps in the browser.
Does it work with photos of printed pages?
Yes. Photos of pages are read with text recognition, and the recognized text is turned into a mind map like any other upload.
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