Learn how to use Napkin to generate Mind map for your content.
Generating Mind map in Napkin is simple and can be done in two ways depending on your content and preferences. Napkin's AI will automatically suggest Mind maps when your text is suitable for this visual format, or you can specifically request Mind maps using Custom Generation option.
Method 1: Auto Spark Suggestions đŻ
When you generate visuals by clicking Auto Spark button, Napkin automatically analyzes your text and suggests the most appropriate visual formats, including Mind maps.
How it works:
Select your text that you want to visualize.
Click the Auto Spark button to generate visual suggestions.
Check the visual options - if your text fits a Mind map structure, you'll see Mind map options in the Auto Spark visual preview menu.
Choose your preferred Mind map from the suggested options.
This method works best when your content naturally fits a Mind map structure, such as hierarchical information, brainstorming topics, or connected concepts.
Method 2: Custom Generation âď¸
If you don't see Mind maps in the Auto Spark suggestions, or if you specifically want to create a Mind map regardless of the our AI suggestions, you can use Custom Generation.
How to use Custom Generation for mindmaps:
Select the text you want to create a mindmap from.
Click the Auto Spark button to generate initial visuals.
Click the "Customize" button in the visual preview overlay.
In the "Specify visual" field, type "mindmap".
Click "Apply" to create your mindmap.
This way, you have more control over the final output and can ensure you get a Mind map for your content.
đ Tips for Better Mind maps Geneation:
Structure your text with clear main topics and subtopics.
Use hierarchical information.
Whether you use Auto Spark suggestions or Custom Generation, you'll be able to create effective Mind maps that help visualize your ideas and information clearly.