Mind Map for iPad You Can Build From Your Notes
See how a mind map works on iPad with an example map of study topics. Then upload your own PDF, slides or notes and let AI build one for you.
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- What you get
- Interactive mind maps of the main ideas and how they connect. Free: overview maps (detailed maps on your first 3 creations). Plus: detailed maps with supporting concepts.
- Exports
- Your first PDF or PNG export is free; Plus exports anytime.
- Price
- Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
- Sign-up
- A free account is required before you create anything (Google or email). No credit card.
- What you can upload
- PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.
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Mind Mapping Built for the iPad Screen
Turn your own material into a clear, expandable map you can open in any browser on your iPad.
Build from your files
Upload a PDF, Word or PowerPoint file, or an image of handwritten notes, and get a map in minutes.
Expand and edit branches
Tap any node to expand it with AI, rename it or reorganize branches as your understanding grows.
Study from the same map
Turn the map into a quiz to test yourself, or create flashcards from the same notes.
How to Get a Mind Map on Your iPad
Three steps from raw notes to a map you can study on the go.
- 1
Add your material
Upload a file from Files or Photos, or type a topic into the generator.
- 2
AI builds the map
The AI groups your content into a central idea with main and sub-branches.
- 3
Study, expand, export
Review branches, expand gaps with AI, take a quiz, or export a PNG or PDF.
Using a Mind Map on iPad for Study and Planning
A mind map for iPad is a visual diagram that starts with one central idea and branches out into related topics. The touch screen makes it easy to arrange branches, zoom into details and move between levels. Most maps split into the core concept, its main categories, and the facts or examples under each category.
- Central idea: the main topic placed in the middle of the screen
- Main branches: the major categories that support the central idea
- Sub-branches: specific terms, causes, steps or examples under each branch
- Links: connections between branches that show relationships
Use the map to review before exams, plan essays or organize projects. Create a personalized mind map from your own notes with CogniGuide and keep it ready on your iPad.
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Mind Map on iPad: Common Questions
Answers about mapping, layout and building maps on your iPad.
What makes a good mind map layout?
A good layout puts the central idea in the middle, with four to six main branches around it. Each branch should hold a few short labels, so the map stays easy to scan on a tablet screen.
Can I mind map by hand on an iPad?
Yes, drawing apps with a stylus let you sketch branches freely. The downside is that organizing and rewriting takes time, which is where AI building from your files saves effort.
Which files can I use to build a map on iPad?
You can upload PDF, Word, PowerPoint, text or Markdown files, or an image of your notes. You can also type a topic and let the AI generate the first version.
Can I turn my iPad map into a quiz?
Yes, you can turn any CogniGuide map into a quiz to test yourself. The same notes can also become flashcards for quick review.