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CogniGuide

Shared Mind Map for Teams and Classes

Share a mind map link so others can explore branches, read the structure and study the same map. Build it from your own 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.

How it compares: vs Knowt · vs Quizlet · vs NotebookLM · vs Mapify

Why Share a Mind Map

A shared map keeps everyone working from the same structure, whether you are studying or planning.

Build from your material

Upload a PDF, Word, PowerPoint, text or image file, or type a topic, and get a mind map to share.

Clear branches for everyone

Expandable nodes let each person follow the structure from the main topic down to details.

Quiz and export next

Turn the shared map into a quiz, or export it as PNG or PDF for handouts and slides.

How to Share a Mind Map

Create the map once, then send the link to anyone who needs it.

  1. 1

    Add your material

    Upload a file or type the topic you want the group to work from.

  2. 2

    AI builds the map

    The AI organizes the content into a mind map with expandable branches.

  3. 3

    Share and expand

    Share the link, edit node text, expand branches with AI, or export a copy.

Shared Mind Maps for Study and Work

A shared mind map is a visual outline of one topic that several people can open and read together. It usually has a central idea, a few main branches and smaller nodes for details. Groups use it to agree on scope, divide work or prepare for a shared exam, since everyone sees the same structure.

  • Central topic: the single idea the whole group is working toward
  • Main branches: the major areas, stages or themes to cover
  • Sub-nodes: supporting facts, owners, examples or open questions
  • Shared link: one address that gives everyone the same current version

Use the shared map as a common reference for reviews and revision. You can also build a personalized map from your own notes with CogniGuide.

Shared Mind Map Questions

Answers about sharing maps and building them with CogniGuide.

What is a shared mind map used for?

It gives a group one visual outline to read together. Teams use it to plan projects, and students use it to review a topic before a test, since everyone works from the same branches.

How do the branches help a group?

Main branches split a big topic into manageable areas. Each person can focus on one branch, then check how it connects to the rest of the map.

Which files can I use to make a shared map?

You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or images. You can also type a topic and let the AI build the map.

Can I turn a shared map into a quiz?

Yes. Any CogniGuide map can become a quiz to test yourself or your group. The free plan allows 5 creations a week.