New Mind Map Software for Study and Planning
Turn your PDFs, slides or typed topics into an AI mind map with expandable branches you can edit, quiz yourself on and export.
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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.
How it compares: vs Knowt · vs Quizlet · vs NotebookLM · vs Mapify
What the Software Does
Built to turn your own material into a clear, editable map in minutes.
Build from your files
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text or Markdown file, or an image, and the AI creates the map.
Expand any branch
Select a node and let AI add sub-branches, so the map grows as deep as you need.
Quiz and flashcards
Turn the map into a quiz to test recall, or create flashcards from the same notes.
How the Software Works
Three steps from raw notes to a map you can study and share.
- 1
Add your material
Upload a file or type a topic into the generator to start.
- 2
AI builds the map
The AI organizes the content into a map with clear main branches and sub-branches.
- 3
Study, edit and export
Edit node text, expand branches, take the quiz, then export as PNG or PDF or share a link.
New Mind Map Software Explained
New mind map software organizes information as a visual tree, with a central topic and branches for each main idea. Good software does more than draw boxes: it helps you structure content from documents, keep the hierarchy clear and change it as your understanding grows. Modern tools use AI to read your material and propose the branches for you, so you spend time reviewing rather than building from scratch.
- Central topic: the single idea the whole map is organized around
- Main branches: the major themes or sections of your material
- Sub-branches: supporting details, examples and definitions under each theme
- Editable nodes: text you can rewrite, reorder or expand at any time
Use a map like this to review before an exam, plan a project or outline a report. CogniGuide can build a personalized map from your own notes or PDF in the same way.
Mind Map Software FAQs
Common questions about choosing and using a mind map tool.
What should I look for in mind map software?
Look for clear branch hierarchy, easy editing, export options and a way to expand nodes without redrawing the whole map. Support for the file types you use is also useful.
Can mind map software replace reading the source?
No. A map is a study aid that shows structure. It works best alongside the original text, which holds the detail and context.
Which files can I use to create a map in CogniGuide?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or images, or simply type a topic.
Is there a free plan, and can I make a quiz from the map?
Yes, there is a free plan with 5 creations a week and no payment needed. Each map can also be turned into a quiz to test yourself.