Notes & study
Lecture and study notes
Convert notes into a visual structure for review, comparison and revision.
Essay planning
Map out arguments, supporting points and source notes in a structured format.
Text 2 Mindmap
Text in, mind map out.
A fast, keyboard-friendly editor that turns plain text into structured mind maps you can rearrange, style and export.
Text-first editing · Visual mapping · Local-first
- Text
- Outline ideas in a structured editor
- Map
- View changes as a visual mind map
- Export
- Save outputs in practical formats
Privacy
Your data stays in your browser
Text 2 Mindmap is designed as a local-first tool. Documents live in your browser's storage — they are not uploaded to a server for processing, and there is no account to create.
No account required
Open the app and start working immediately. No sign-up, no profile.
No server uploads
Text and maps are processed in the browser. Content is not sent to a server for parsing or rendering.
Local-first storage
Documents are saved in your browser. You choose when to export or clear them.
See it in action
Text on the left, a live map on the right — the outline and the map stay in sync as you type.
Preview
Type an outline, get a map
Tab to indent, Enter for a new sibling, Shift+Tab to outdent. The outline and the map update together as you type.
Why it helps
Move from written notes to a visual structure without leaving one workflow. Type an outline with keyboard controls, review the generated map, then adjust the structure when it needs to change.
Key features
Tools for turning written structure into a clear visual map.
Keyboard-first speed
Use Tab to create a sub-node, or Shift+Tab to move back a level while outlining.
Node details
Attach context to nodes with details that support planning, research and documentation.
Flexible layouts
Switch between supported map and tree layouts to suit the structure of your content.
Fully interactive
Reorganise the map by dragging nodes into the structure that best reflects your work.
Visual customisation
Adjust branch and level colours to make larger maps easier to scan.
Workspaces and undo
Organise work into dedicated spaces and use undo or redo while editing.
Easy export
Export maps to text, JSON or image formats for practical reuse.
Common use cases
Useful for turning notes, plans and structured thinking into visual form.
Planning & docs
Project scoping
Outline requirements, adjust scope and export structured outputs for documentation.
Knowledge bases
Organise concepts, references and related decisions as a visual map.
System & content
System and flow diagrams
Map out code structures, API endpoints or user journeys with clear tree diagrams.
Content planning
Organise outlines, pillars and research notes in one visual structure.
How to start
Five steps from a blank page to a map you can export.
Start typing
Open the editor and write your central idea.
Branch out
Press Enter for a new line, Tab to create a sub-node, and Shift+Tab to outdent.
Add context
Select a node to review or add supporting details.
Adjust the map
Drag nodes to change hierarchy, adjust colours and pick a suitable layout.
Export
Export as an image, JSON or text file when the map is ready.
Frequently asked questions
Where is my data stored?
Documents are stored in your browser's local storage. They are not uploaded to a server for parsing or rendering.
Is this tool free to use?
The app is free to use. Reasonable limits may apply so the service can stay available for everyone.
Do I need an account or an internet connection?
No account is required. An internet connection is needed to load the app; once open, editing works in the browser.
How do I move my work between browsers or devices?
Use the export options to save a copy, then import that file into another browser when you need to continue.
Ready to map your next idea?
Start with text, shape the structure and export a visual map when it is ready.