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Mind Maps

Mind maps provide a visual way to organize and develop your answers. Start with a central idea and branch out to supporting concepts, examples, and counter-arguments.

Why Use Mind Maps?​

Mind maps help you:

  • See the big picture - Visualize how ideas connect
  • Organize thoughts - Structure your answer before writing
  • Identify gaps - Spot missing pieces in your argument
  • Generate ideas - Branch out from central concepts

Creating a Mind Map​

Starting Fresh​

  1. Open a question in the Prep Area
  2. Click "Mind Map" view
  3. Your main question or thesis appears as the central node
  4. Add branches for supporting ideas

From Existing Text​

If you've already written an answer:

  1. Click "Convert to Mind Map"
  2. The AI analyzes your text
  3. Key concepts become nodes
  4. Relationships become connections

Working with Nodes​

Adding Nodes​

  • Click the "+" button on any node to add a child
  • Use the quick-add button to insert common node types:
    • Concept
    • Example
    • Counter-argument
    • Evidence

Editing Nodes​

  • Click a node to edit its content
  • Drag nodes to rearrange
  • Connect nodes to show relationships

AI Suggestions​

The AI can suggest:

  • Missing concepts to explore
  • Examples that support your points
  • Counter-arguments to address

Suggestions appear as "ghost nodes" - faded nodes you can accept or dismiss.

Converting to Text​

When you're ready to write:

  1. Click "Generate Script"
  2. The AI converts your mind map to prose
  3. Review and edit the generated text
  4. Continue refining in the text editor

Tips for Effective Mind Maps​

  • Start broad, then narrow - Begin with main ideas, add details later
  • Use clear labels - Node titles should be concise and meaningful
  • Color code - Different colors for different types of content
  • Review AI suggestions - They often catch things you missed

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