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Turn your notes into an editable XMind-style mind map

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or your own notes and get a mind map you can edit and explore. Start free with no credit card.

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How an XMind-style map is built from your notes

If you want an XMind-style mind map app that starts from your own material, DeckOwl reads your PDFs, DOCX and PPTX files, notes, and photos of pages, then builds a map you can edit and explore.

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or photo of a page
Editable nodes you can rename, move, or delete
Explorable branches you can expand and collapse
Free plan includes 3 generations per month and browser study

Example branches for a study mind map

Central topic: one concept per mapName the subject in 2 to 4 words · Use a noun phrase · Write the exam question it answers beside it

Main branches: the major sections of the sourceChapters or headings · Key terms · Named processes

Sub-branches: supporting detailDefinitions · Examples · Formulas or dates

Labels: short phrases, not sentencesTwo to five words · One idea per node · Verbs for processes

Review: test recall from the mapHide branches and explain from memory · Redraw it blank · Check against the source

Generate the full set

Upload your own material

PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text and photos of pages are read with text recognition.

Editable maps

Rename, move and reorganize nodes so the map matches how your course is organized.

Explorable structure

Expand and collapse branches to focus on one section at a time.

How it works

Add your source

Upload a file, paste notes, or snap a photo of a page.

Generate the map

DeckOwl builds a central topic with main branches and sub-branches.

Edit and study

Adjust nodes, then turn sections into flashcards or quizzes.

Good maps show how ideas connect, not just a list of terms. The generator groups material into a central topic, main branches and sub-branches, so you can see the structure before you memorize details. Edit any node, reorder branches, or collapse sections as you study.

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Frequently asked questions

How many main branches should a study mind map have?

Most lecture topics work well with 4 to 7 main branches. If you need more, split the material into two maps by chapter or unit.

What is the best way to study from a mind map?

Hide the branches and explain each one from memory, then check your explanation against the source. Redrawing the map blank a day later is a strong recall test.

Can I edit the mind map after DeckOwl creates it?

Yes. Every node is editable, so you can rename, move, or remove branches to match your course.

Are exports included in the free plan?

No. The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV are part of Plus, at $39/year or $7.99/month.

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Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.