Mind map basics

• An open mind map board.

1. Select the root topic and type to rename it, or press F2.
2. Press Tab to add a child branch. Type its label.
3. Press Enter to add a sibling below the current branch. Shift+Enter adds one above.
4. Move the selection with the arrow keys. Ctrl+Arrow moves the branch itself.
5. Collapse or expand a branch with Ctrl+/ when it has children.
6. Press Delete to remove the selected branch.

A tree of branches that lays itself out as you add and move topics.

Typing does not edit a branch.

Select the branch first, then press F2 or just start typing.

You deleted a branch by mistake.

Undo with Ctrl+Z.

Still stuck? See troubleshooting.

• Keyboard shortcuts
• Choose a board type
• Import and export