New Concept Map: Parts, Layout and Example
See how a concept map links ideas with labeled arrows. Then generate your own map from your notes, PDF or slides.
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CogniGuide at a glance
- 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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Build a Concept Map From Your Material
Turn course notes or a textbook chapter into a linked map you can study and test yourself on.
Start from your own files
Upload a PDF, Word file, PowerPoint or text notes, and the AI extracts the key concepts.
Linked, expandable branches
Each node can be expanded with AI to add detail, so the map grows with your understanding.
Quiz and flashcards next
Turn a finished map into a quiz, or use the same notes to create flashcards for review.
How to Make a New Concept Map
Three steps take you from raw notes to a map you can study from.
- 1
Add your material
Upload a file, paste notes, or type the topic you want to map.
- 2
AI builds the map
The AI identifies the main concepts and arranges them into branches.
- 3
Study, expand and quiz
Edit nodes, expand weak areas, then export or turn the map into a quiz.
What a New Concept Map Shows
A new concept map is a diagram of ideas and the relationships between them. Each concept sits in a node, and each labeled line explains how two concepts connect, such as causes, parts or examples. Unlike a simple list, it shows how a topic holds together, which helps you see the big picture before memorizing details.
- Concepts: the main ideas, usually short noun phrases
- Linking phrases: labels that explain each relationship
- Hierarchy: broad ideas at the top, details below
- Cross-links: connections between separate branches
- Examples: concrete cases that anchor abstract terms
Use the finished map to review before an exam, check gaps in your understanding, or plan an essay. To make a version from your own notes, try CogniGuide's AI generator.
Common Questions About Concept Maps
Quick answers on how concept maps work and how to build one with CogniGuide.
What is the difference between a concept map and a mind map?
A concept map labels the links between ideas, and those links can connect any two nodes. A mind map radiates outward from one central idea. Both help you organize information visually.
Do concept maps need a specific layout?
No fixed layout is required. Most maps place general concepts near the top and more specific ones below, with short linking phrases on each connection.
Which files can CogniGuide turn into a concept map?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or images. You can also type a topic directly.
Is CogniGuide free to use for concept maps?
There is a free plan with 5 creations a week and no payment needed. Paid plans raise these limits.