Text to Mindmap Converter

Transform your hierarchical text into beautiful, interactive mindmaps instantly. Our Text to Mindmap Converter lets you visualize complex ideas, project structures, learning paths, and more with customizable layouts and color themes—all processing happens in your browser for complete privacy.

🎯 Key Features

📝 Flexible Text Input

Indentation-based parsing: Use 2 or 4 spaces to create hierarchy
Multiple formats supported: Bullets (-, *, •), numbered lists, plain indentation
Markdown compatibility: Supports markdown-style headers and lists
Real-time preview: See your mindmap update as you type

🎨 Customizable Layouts

Horizontal Layout: Traditional left-to-right tree structure (best for wide hierarchies)
Vertical Layout: Top-to-bottom organization (great for org charts)
Radial Layout: Circular node arrangement (creative visualization)
Auto-fitting: Automatically centers and scales mindmap to viewport

🌈 Beautiful Color Themes

Default: Blue-purple-pink gradient (balanced and vibrant)
Ocean: Turquoise and cyan tones (calm and professional)
Forest: Green shades (natural and organic)
Sunset: Orange and yellow warmth (energetic and creative)
Purple: Rich purple palette (elegant and sophisticated)

⚡ Interactive Visualization

Pan & Zoom: Navigate large mindmaps with mouse controls
Smooth animations: Animated edges and transitions
Node connections: Clear arrow indicators showing relationships
Background grid: Helpful reference for alignment
Responsive design: Works on desktop and tablet screens

💾 Export Options

PNG Export: High-quality image (2x resolution for crisp output)
White background: Clean, professional exports
One-click download: Instant save to your device
Perfect for presentations: Ready-to-use in slides and documents

🚀 Quick Start Templates

Project Planning: Research, Development, Launch phases
Learning Path: Frontend/Backend web development structure
Business Strategy: Market research, Product, Go-to-market
Load with one click: Get started instantly

📖 How to Use

Step 1: Input Your Text

Paste or type your hierarchical text in the left panel. Use indentation to show parent-child relationships:

Main Topic
  Subtopic 1
    Detail 1.1
    Detail 1.2
  Subtopic 2
    Detail 2.1

Supported Formats:

Plain indentation (2 or 4 spaces)
Markdown bullets: - Item, * Item, • Item
Numbered lists: 1. Item, 2. Item
Headers: # Main, ## Sub, ### Detail

Step 2: Choose a Template (Optional)

Click one of the sample templates to see examples:

Project: Complete project planning structure
Learning: Web development learning path
Business: Business strategy framework

Step 3: Select Layout

Choose how you want your mindmap arranged:

Horizontal: Left-to-right (default, best for most use cases)
Vertical: Top-to-bottom (good for organizational charts)
Radial: Circular arrangement (creative, artistic view)

Step 4: Pick a Color Theme

Select from 5 beautiful color themes:

Click any color palette to instantly change your mindmap's appearance
Themes affect both node colors and connection lines
Colors automatically assigned by hierarchy depth

Step 5: Interact with Your Mindmap

Pan: Click and drag the background to move around
Zoom: Use mouse wheel or trackpad to zoom in/out
Reset View: Click the fit-to-screen button in controls
View Stats: Check node count and connections in the stats panel

Step 6: Export Your Mindmap

Click the "Export as PNG" button to:

Generate high-resolution PNG image (2x quality)
Automatically download to your device
Get a clean, white-background image perfect for sharing

💡 Use Cases

Project Planning

Organize project phases, milestones, and deliverables:

Website Redesign
  Discovery Phase
    Stakeholder Interviews
    User Research
    Competitive Analysis
  Design Phase
    Wireframes
    Mockups
    Prototype
  Development Phase
    Frontend
    Backend
    Testing

Learning & Education

Structure course content and learning paths:

Python Programming
  Basics
    Variables & Data Types
    Control Flow
    Functions
  Intermediate
    Object-Oriented Programming
    File Handling
    Error Handling
  Advanced
    Decorators
    Generators
    Async/Await

Business Strategy

Map out business plans and strategies:

Product Launch Strategy
  Market Analysis
    Target Market
    Competition
    Pricing Strategy
  Marketing Plan
    Content Marketing
    Social Media
    Email Campaigns
  Sales Strategy
    Sales Funnel
    Lead Generation
    Conversion Optimization

Personal Organization

Organize goals, habits, and personal projects:

Personal Development Plan
  Health & Fitness
    Exercise Routine
    Nutrition Goals
    Sleep Schedule
  Career Growth
    Learn New Skills
    Network Building
    Side Projects
  Financial Goals
    Budget Planning
    Investment Strategy
    Savings Goals

Meeting Notes & Brainstorming

Capture hierarchical notes during meetings:

Team Meeting Notes
  Q1 Review
    Sales Performance
    Customer Feedback
    Key Wins
  Q2 Planning
    New Features
    Marketing Initiatives
    Resource Allocation
  Action Items
    Update Documentation
    Schedule Follow-ups
    Prepare Reports

🔧 Technical Details

Text Parsing

Indentation detection: Automatically detects 2-space, 4-space, or tab indentation
Hierarchy building: Creates tree structure from indented text
Format normalization: Removes bullets, numbers, and formatting characters
Error tolerance: Handles mixed indentation gracefully

Layout Algorithms

Horizontal: Depth-first traversal with vertical centering
Vertical: Breadth-first with horizontal distribution
Radial: Circular positioning based on angle distribution
Auto-spacing: Dynamic spacing based on node count

Visualization Technology

React Flow: Professional-grade flow chart library
Smooth edges: Bezier curve connections
Animated flows: Visual indication of relationships
Interactive nodes: Draggable and selectable
Zoom/Pan controls: Built-in navigation

Export Quality

High resolution: 2x pixel ratio for crisp images
White background: Professional appearance
PNG format: Lossless, widely compatible
Full canvas: Captures entire mindmap

Browser Requirements

Modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
JavaScript enabled: Required for interactivity
Canvas support: For export functionality
No plugins needed: Pure web technology

Performance

Node limit: Optimized for 500+ nodes
Real-time rendering: Instant updates as you type
Smooth animations: 60fps interactions
Memory efficient: Cleanup on unmount

💡 Tips & Best Practices

Creating Effective Mindmaps

1. Keep Node Text Concise

Use short, descriptive phrases (2-5 words ideal)
Avoid full sentences in nodes
Use abbreviations where appropriate

2. Maintain Consistent Indentation

Stick to either 2 or 4 spaces throughout
Don't mix tabs and spaces
Use consistent bullet styles

3. Organize Hierarchically

Start with main topics at root level
Add subtopics as children
Keep depth reasonable (3-5 levels max for clarity)

4. Choose the Right Layout

Horizontal: Best for process flows and timelines
Vertical: Great for organizational structures
Radial: Perfect for brainstorming and creative visualization

5. Use Color Themes Strategically

Default/Purple: Professional presentations
Ocean: Technical/analytical topics
Forest: Environmental/growth topics
Sunset: Creative/energetic topics

Optimal Workflows

Quick Capture:

Start with template closest to your needs
Replace sample text with your content
Keep same structure, just change words

Complex Mindmaps:

Draft outline in text editor first
Paste into tool
Iterate on structure
Export when satisfied

Collaborative Use:

Share text format (copy from input)
Team members can edit and re-paste
Export final version for documentation

🐛 Troubleshooting

Mindmap Not Appearing

Issue: Pasted text but nothing shows up

Check indentation: Make sure you're using spaces or tabs consistently
Verify content: Need at least 2 lines of text with indentation
Try a template: Click a sample to see if tool is working

Wrong Hierarchy

Issue: Nodes at incorrect levels

Check spacing: Count spaces carefully (should be multiples of 2 or 4)
Remove mixed indentation: Don't mix tabs and spaces
Clean up bullets: Remove any extra characters before text

Layout Issues

Issue: Nodes overlapping or too spread out

Try different layout: Switch between horizontal/vertical/radial
Use zoom controls: Zoom out to see full structure
Simplify hierarchy: Reduce number of children per node

Export Problems

Issue: Export button not working or image is blank

Browser compatibility: Use Chrome, Firefox, or Edge (latest)
Canvas blocked: Check browser security settings
Try again: Sometimes first export needs retry

Performance Slow

Issue: Lag when typing or rendering

Reduce nodes: Keep under 300 nodes for best performance
Simplify hierarchy: Flatten structure where possible
Close other tabs: Free up browser memory

❓ FAQ

General Questions

Q: Is my data stored or sent to a server?
A: No! All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your text never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy.

Q: Do I need to create an account?
A: No registration required. The tool is completely free and anonymous.

Q: Can I save my mindmap and edit it later?
A: Currently, export is PNG only. Copy and save your text input to recreate the mindmap later.

Q: How many nodes can I create?
A: Technically unlimited, but performance is optimal under 500 nodes. Larger mindmaps may be slow.

Q: Can I print the mindmap?
A: Yes! Export as PNG first, then print the image from your device.

Format & Syntax

Q: What indentation should I use?
A: Use 2 or 4 spaces per level. Tabs also work. Be consistent throughout your text.

Q: Can I use markdown formatting?
A: Yes! Bullets (-, *, •), numbered lists, and headers are supported. Formatting is stripped from node text.

Q: Do I need to use bullets?
A: No, plain indentation works fine. Bullets are optional and automatically removed.

Q: Can I have multiple root nodes?
A: Yes! Any lines at zero indentation become separate root nodes.

Layout & Design

Q: Can I manually position nodes?
A: Nodes are auto-positioned by the algorithm. You can't drag to reposition (but you can change layout type).

Q: Why are some nodes the same color?
A: Colors repeat by hierarchy depth. Nodes at the same level get the same color from the theme palette.

Q: Can I customize individual node colors?
A: Not currently. All nodes use colors from the selected theme based on their depth.

Q: Which layout is best?
A: Horizontal works for most cases. Try Vertical for org charts and Radial for creative brainstorming.

Export & Sharing

Q: Can I export as SVG or PDF?
A: Currently only PNG export is available. SVG and PDF may be added in future updates.

Q: What resolution is the exported PNG?
A: 2x pixel ratio (Retina quality) for crisp, high-quality output.

Q: Can I share my mindmap with others?
A: Share the exported PNG image, or share your text input so others can recreate it.

Q: How do I use the mindmap in presentations?
A: Export as PNG and insert the image into PowerPoint, Google Slides, or Keynote.

Technical

Q: What browsers are supported?
A: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (latest versions). Works best on desktop/laptop.

Q: Does it work on mobile?
A: The tool is optimized for desktop. Mobile works but interaction may be limited.

Q: Can I use this offline?
A: Once the page loads, basic functionality works offline. However, initial load requires internet.

Q: Is the source code available?
A: This tool is part of AppsFactory. Check the website footer for more information.

🌐 Browser Compatibility

Desktop Browsers (Recommended)

✅ Google Chrome 90+ (Excellent performance)
✅ Mozilla Firefox 88+ (Fully supported)
✅ Safari 14+ (Works well on macOS)
✅ Microsoft Edge 90+ (Chromium-based, excellent)

Mobile Browsers (Limited)

⚠️ Mobile Chrome/Safari: Basic functionality works, but interaction is limited
⚠️ iPad/Tablet: Better experience than phone, but desktop recommended

Requirements

JavaScript enabled
HTML5 Canvas support
Modern CSS support (Flexbox, Grid)
Minimum screen resolution: 1024×768

🔒 Privacy & Security

Your Data is Safe

✅ 100% client-side processing - Text never sent to any server
✅ No data collection - We don't track, log, or store your content
✅ No cookies - No tracking cookies or analytics
✅ No registration - Use anonymously without account
✅ Secure connection - HTTPS encryption for page delivery

Best Practices

This tool is safe for confidential information
Exported PNG files are saved to your device only
Clear browser cache to remove any temporary data
No data persists after closing the page

⚠️ Limitations & Known Issues

Current Limitations

No manual node positioning: Nodes auto-positioned by algorithm
PNG export only: SVG/PDF export not yet available
No save/load: Can't save mindmap state for later editing
Desktop optimized: Limited mobile/touch support
No collaborative editing: Single-user tool

Known Issues

Very large mindmaps (1000+ nodes) may slow down
Radial layout can overlap with dense hierarchies
Export may fail on very old browsers
Dark mode not yet available

Planned Features

📌 SVG and PDF export
📌 Save/load mindmap projects
📌 Custom color per node
📌 Collapsible node groups
📌 JSON import/export
📌 Dark mode support
📌 Improved mobile experience

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📚 Credits & Technology

This tool is powered by:

React Flow - Interactive node-based UI library
html-to-image - Canvas to image conversion
React - UI framework
Next.js - React framework
Tailwind CSS - Styling framework
Lucide Icons - Beautiful icon set

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