Turn your class notes into an editable mind map
DeckOwl reads your PDFs, slides, documents, and photos of pages, then builds a mind map you can edit, expand, and explore branch by branch.
Why a mind map from your own notes works better
Most students stall at the blank page, not the reading. If you are wondering where you can make a mind map from your own material, DeckOwl reads your PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or notes and drafts a map you can edit and explore branch by branch.
- Works with PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, and photos of pages
- Branches stay editable so you can correct or add ideas
- Explore the map in the browser on the free plan
- Use the same upload to create flashcards and quizzes
Starts from your own material
Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, or a photo of a page. Text recognition reads photos so you are not retyping notes.
Editable and explorable
Rename branches, add sub-points, and click through the map to see how ideas connect before you study them.
Same source, more study tools
Turn the same upload into flashcards with spaced repetition or a quiz with explanations when you are ready to practice recall.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of your pages. No credit card is needed to start.
Generate the mind map
DeckOwl organizes the main topics into branches with supporting sub-points drawn from your material.
Edit and explore
Adjust the branches, then study the map in your browser. Export options are available on paid plans.
A good mind map shows how ideas relate, not just a list of terms. Because the map is built from the pages you already have, the branches match your course instead of a generic template. You can then open the same material as flashcards or a quiz to test what you remember.
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month adds unlimited generations and PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export. Pro at $14.99/month adds a stronger AI model, bulk upload, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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Make a concept map from your notes
Step-by-step way to turn PDFs or notes into an editable mind map with AI.
Free Mind Map Maker from Your Notes
Turn your PDF or notes into a free mind map, with 3 generations a month on the free plan.
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AI Mind Map from PDF
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Best Way to Make a Mind Map Online
Turn your notes or PDF into an editable, explorable mind map online in minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How many main branches should a study mind map have?
Most chapter maps work well with 4 to 7 main branches, each covering one major concept. If a branch needs more than about five sub-points, split it into two related branches.
How do I build a mind map for a biology chapter?
Start with the chapter title in the center, then add the major structures or processes as first-level branches. Fill each branch with the functions, locations, or steps you need to remember.
Can I export my mind map?
Export is a paid feature. Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month includes PDF, DOCX, Anki, and CSV export, while the free plan lets you study in the browser.
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 needed.
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