List of mind mapping software

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Mind mapping software is used to create diagrams of relationships between ideas or other pieces of information. It has been suggested that the mind mapping technique can improve learning/study efficiency up to 15% over conventional note taking.^[1]

Some mind mapping software is 3D, though full 3D functionality is difficult to achieve with the forms of interface devices readily available to users. Some mapping programs incorporate other learning optimization techniques including electronic flashcard style testing.

The following is a list of mind mapping software.

Contents 1 Free software 2 Proprietary software 3 See also 4 References 5 External links

[edit] Free software

There are a number of free software packages that allow the creation of, or otherwise support mind maps.

Software	Licence	Genre	Platforms	Notes	Screenshot
FreeMind	GPL	Project management	Cross-platform	Written in Java	FreeMind screenshot
Pimki	Ruby License	Wiki	UNIX/Linux, Windows	Written in Ruby Requires GraphViz
WikkaWiki	GPL	Wiki	Cross-platform	Written in PHP Uses MySQL Native support for FreeMind maps	Mindmaps in WikkaWiki
VUE	Educational Community License	Educational software	Cross-platform	Written in Java Also can be used for building presentations.	VUE screenshot.

[edit] Proprietary software

There are many pieces of proprietary software that allow the creation of mind maps.

Software	Publisher	Platforms	Notes/Features	Screenshot
3D Topicscape		Microsoft Windows	3-dimensional Mind Maps, import/export FreeMind, MindManager and PersonalBrain.	Topiscape 3D
ConceptDraw MINDMAP	ConceptDraw	Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X	Mind Mapping, Brainstorming, Project Planning	ConceptDraw MINDMAP
HeadCase	HeadCase	Microsoft Windows		Vanda North's Mind Map of the Mind Mapping Laws recreated with HeadCase
Inspiration	Inspiration Software	Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, Palm	Visual Learning, Mind Mapping
MindManager	Mindjet	Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X	MindManager Pro 7 is software that helps to engage and align people to work smarter, think creatively and save time by visually capturing, organising and communicating ideas and information more effectively. MindManager software enhances the quality of strategic thinking, accelerates project and process planning and increases productivity. integrates with Microsoft Office.	[http://http://www.mindjet.com/uk/index.php
MindMapper	SimTech Systems	Microsoft Windows	interoperates with Microsoft Office.
MindMeister	Codemart	Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux	Online AJAX-based mind mapping tool with sharing, real-time collaboration facility, Skype and Twitter integration, import/export and offline mode (using Google Gears). Free account allows limited number of maps, paid subscription gives greater access to features.	Sample map created with MindMeister plus interface
NovaMind		Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows	flexible branch shapes, suggesterator, integrated screenplay support, multiple maps in a single document, Spotlight & Quicklook (Mac), built in outliner, rainbow branch coloring, branchstorm for brainstorming, templates, themes, styles, large image and adornment library, project/task information, built in presentation system, internationalized into a number of languages, wide range of import/export options including OPML, PDF, Keynote, Powerpoint, RTF, Mind Manager, and various image formats.
OmniGraffle		Mac OS X
OpenMind	MatchWare	Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X	Mind mapping, brain storming, project planning, timelines, XML-support, interoperability with Microsoft Office	MatchWare OpenMind
SmartDraw	SmartDraw.com	Microsoft Windows	Microsoft Word & PDF export, basic automation
Solution Language Tool	Solution Language Oy	Microsoft Windows	organic mind maps and activity maps	Solution Language Tool
XMIND	XMIND LTD	Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux	allows placement of mind maps, 2D charts and fishbone charts into Word/PDF/Powerpoint, HTML, Image documents.	XMIND

[edit] See also

• Brainstorming
• List of concept mapping software
• Mind Map
• Study software

[edit] References

[edit] External links

• Innovation Tools - Independent site dedicated to introducing accelerated learning tools. It includes a survey of Mind Mapping software use.
• Mind-mapping.org - Independent site claiming to have every piece of mind mapping software in its list of over 178 packages. It also includes on-line mind mapping services, software for concept mapping and outlining and a historical record of past software in these categories.
• The Mind Mapping Software Blog - This blog helps users of mind mapping software to keep up with the latest announcements from developers, trends and resources related to mind mapping software.