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CogniGuide

Shareable Mind Map for Study Groups

See how a mind map can be shared as a link, then build your own from your 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

Share Your Mind Map in One Link

Turn your study material into a map and send it to anyone who needs it.

Build From Your Own Material

Upload a PDF, Word file, PowerPoint or text file, and the AI turns it into a map.

Clear Branches for Others to Follow

Main topics and subtopics are laid out so classmates can see the structure at a glance.

Quiz and Export Next

Turn the shared map into a quiz, make flashcards from the same notes, or export as PNG or PDF.

How to Share a Mind Map

Three steps from your notes to a link you can send.

  1. 1

    Add Your Material

    Upload a file or type a topic to start your map.

  2. 2

    AI Builds the Map

    The AI organizes the content into an interactive map with expandable branches.

  3. 3

    Edit, Then Share

    Adjust node text, expand branches, and share the map link with your group.

About Shareable Mind Maps

A shareable mind map is a visual diagram of a topic that can be sent to others through a link. Instead of passing around photos of handwritten notes, a shared map shows the central idea with branches for each subtopic. Teachers use them to outline lessons, and students use them to review together before exams. Because the structure is visible, others can follow the logic quickly.

  • Central topic: the main idea placed at the center
  • Main branches: the major themes that split from the center
  • Subtopics: supporting details under each branch
  • Links between ideas: how one concept connects to another

Sharing a map works best when everyone sees the same structure. Build your own shareable map from your notes with CogniGuide, then send the link to your study group.

Shareable Mind Map Questions

Common questions about sharing maps and building them from your notes.

What makes a mind map easy to share?

A clear central topic, a small number of main branches, and short node labels make a map easy to read. Keeping each label to a few words helps others scan the structure quickly and find what they need.

Can a shared map be used for group revision?

Yes. Groups often use a shared map to check that everyone understands the same main branches before a test, then divide subtopics among members to expand and explain.

Which files can I use to create a shareable map with CogniGuide?

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 first version of the map.

Can I turn a shared mind map into a quiz?

Yes. CogniGuide can turn a map into a quiz to test yourself, and the same notes can also become flashcards. The free plan includes 5 creations a week.