Mini Mind Map: A Compact Study Layout
See an example of a small, one-page map with its main branches, then let AI build one 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.
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Build a Mini Map From Your Notes
Turn a page of notes into a short, clear map you can review in minutes.
Start from your own material
Upload a PDF, Word file, slides or text, and the AI picks out the main ideas for a compact map.
Keep the map to a few branches
Each branch holds a handful of key points, so the whole map fits on one screen or page.
Study with a quiz or cards
Turn the same map into a quiz, or make flashcards from the same notes for quick review.
How to Make a Mini Mind Map
Three steps take you from a page of notes to a small study map.
- 1
Add your material
Upload a file or type a topic. Short notes or one chapter work best for a mini map.
- 2
AI builds the map
The AI groups the content into a central idea with a few main branches and sub-points.
- 3
Study, expand or quiz
Expand any branch, edit the text, export as PNG or PDF, or turn it into a quiz.
What a Mini Mind Map Includes
A mini mind map is a small, one-page diagram that shows a topic as a central idea with a few main branches. Instead of a long outline, it keeps only the key parts, so the whole structure is visible at once. This makes it useful for quick revision, summarising a chapter or planning a short presentation.
- Central idea: the topic or question placed in the middle
- Main branches: three to five key themes radiating outward
- Sub-points: short facts, examples or definitions under each branch
- Keywords: one to three words per node, never full sentences
- Connections: a few cross-links between related branches
Use a mini map to review before a test or to check your understanding of a chapter. Build your own from your notes with CogniGuide, and the map stays editable as you learn.
Mini Mind Map Questions
Answers about keeping maps short and building them from your material.
How many branches should a mini mind map have?
Most small maps use three to five main branches. Each branch usually holds two to four sub-points. Fewer branches keep the map readable on one page.
What makes a mini mind map different from a full one?
A mini map keeps only the most important ideas and uses short labels. A full map can go deeper into detail, while a mini map gives a fast overview.
Which files can I use to make a mini map with CogniGuide?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text, Markdown or image files, or simply type a topic and let the AI build the map.
Can I turn a mini mind map into a quiz?
Yes. Once the map is built, you can turn it into a quiz to test yourself. The same notes can also become flashcards.