Keyword Mind Map for Study and Planning
See how a central idea splits into branches, subtopics and details. Then generate your own keyword map from your notes or a document.
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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 Keyword Map From Your Material
Start from the files you already have, or simply type a topic and let the AI find the key terms.
Map from your own files
Upload a PDF, Word, PowerPoint, text, Markdown or image file and get the key terms organized into branches.
Clear hierarchy of terms
Main keywords sit near the center, with related terms and examples expanding outward on separate branches.
Quiz and flashcards next
Turn the same keyword map into a quiz, or make flashcards from the same notes to test recall.
How a Keyword Map Gets Made
Three steps take you from a pile of notes to a map of the key terms you need to know.
- 1
Add your material
Upload a file or type the topic you want to map out.
- 2
AI builds the map
The AI pulls out the main keywords and groups them into expandable branches.
- 3
Study, expand or quiz
Expand any node, edit terms, export as PNG or PDF, or turn the map into a quiz.
What a Keyword Mind Map Shows
A keyword mind map places one central idea in the middle and arranges the important terms around it. Each main branch holds a group of related keywords, and each keyword can branch again into definitions, examples or sub-terms. Because the layout shows how terms link, a keyword map is useful for learning vocabulary, reviewing a subject or planning research topics.
- Central idea: the main topic placed at the center of the map
- Main keyword branches: the core terms grouped by theme
- Related terms: synonyms and closely linked concepts
- Examples and definitions: short details under each keyword
- Cross-links: where one term connects to another branch
Use the map to review terms before an exam, check coverage in your notes, or plan a topic. CogniGuide can build a personalized keyword mind map from your own material whenever you need one.
Keyword Mind Map Questions
Common questions about keyword maps and how to create one.
What is a keyword mind map?
A keyword mind map is a diagram that places a central topic in the middle and arranges its key terms on branches around it. It shows which words belong together and how they relate, which makes vocabulary and subject areas easier to review.
How is a keyword map different from a regular mind map?
A regular mind map can hold ideas, questions and actions of any kind. A keyword map focuses on terms and short phrases, so each node is a word or concept you need to recognize, define or connect.
Which files can I use to create a keyword map with CogniGuide?
You can upload a PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown file, or an image. You can also type a topic directly without uploading anything.
Can I turn my keyword mind map into a quiz?
Yes. Once the map is created, you can turn it into a quiz to test yourself on the key terms. The free plan includes 5 creations a week.