Collaborative mind mapping
Miro’s mind map maker is the quickest, easiest way for teams to capture, organize, and map out their ideas in a structured way.
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Infinitely expand your thinking with AI
Discover new topics and explore ideas by automatically generating expansive, multi-branch mind maps using Miro Assist.
Break down complex problems with ease
Analyze complex problems by splitting the causes and exploring their relationships, rearranging your mind map, and dragging and dropping nodes to structure your ideas.
Customize your mind map for a professional look
Apply colors, images, and different styles to your mind map to tell your story in a professional manner.
Why Miro is the best mind mapping tool
Presentation mode
Toggle into presentation mode, or break up your mind map into frames to present them as slides.
Easily share
Embed your mind map into thousands of websites and tools like Confluence, Notion, and Teams.
Real-time collaboration
Multiple team members can co-create synchronously in the same space.
Infinite canvas
Add any content or other mind maps to the same board.
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How to create a mind map with Miro
1
Select the Mind Map app
Drag the Mind Map to the board.
2
Start with a central concept
Add the problem you'd like to solve to the parent node.
3
Add branches
Click on the plus sign on either side of the node to add a child node.
4
Make it yours
Choose a new color for a branch using Miro’s palette tool.
5
Organize your mind map
With one click, automatically keep your mind map aligned, even when you move or create new nodes.
Mind map FAQs
Is Miro’s mind map creator free?
Yes, Miro’s mind map creator is 100% free and requires no credit card. After you sign up, you can invite collaborators to your board and start creating a mind map right away.
When should I use a mind map?
Mind map makers are great tools for any time you need to organize ideas, thoughts, or concepts and see how they are interrelated. They are especially useful for running brainstorming sessions, problem-solving workshops, or note-taking.
Can I share my mind map with my team?
You can share your mind map with your team at any time by using the Share button at the top of your Miro board. You have the option to allow them to view, comment on, or edit your mind map. You can also download your mind map as a PDF, if you want an artifact to share in other channels.
How can I brainstorm with a mind map?
To brainstorm with a mind map, start with one central idea or problem in the middle of the page or board. Establish a few rules, so people know how the session is going to progress. There are a ton of different brainstorming techniques you can use to generate multiple new ideas quickly. As each new idea flows, simply add it to a new node on your virtual mind map.
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