I can’t find a suitable template among VistaCreate’s mind map examples. Can I create mind maps from scratch?

Sure, you can make a design from scratch. Just select a format and a blank template, and start filling it with images, objects, and text. Our mind map creator features lots of stock pictures, videos, and vectors for you to choose from. Upload your own files for personalized designs and use VistaCreate’s tools and features to edit them.

I want to design a mind map with my team. Is real-time collaboration available in VistaCreate?

Unfortunately, VistaCreate doesn’t provide real-time collaboration. However, you create a team of up to 10 people and share the creative process in turns. Watch this tutorial to learn how team members can add their own elements to a design and make edits. Note that a Team Account is only available for VistaCreate Pro plan users.

Do I need mind mapping software to create a mind map?

No, you don’t need to buy complex mind mapping software or be trained in design to build effective maps. With VistaCreate, you get access to hundreds of ready-made templates and millions of photos and vectors. Access our mind map maker’s features and editing tools to give your designs a professional look.

Can I use your mind map maker for my college projects?

Sure, VistaCreate’s online mind mapping tool is perfect for students. Use it for presentations, semester planning, academic research, etc. Explore our library of ready-made templates to generate ideas for your projects and create stunning designs!

Mind Map Maker for Business Planning

Use the VistaCreate mind map maker to structure your ideas and plan business strategies. With a mind map, you can visualize any workflow step-by-step to keep you and your team focused. Create a custom mind map for your business to skyrocket your productivity!

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Create presentations like a Pro with a mind map maker

Mind maps are perfect for presenting your ideas to your team and stakeholders. Browse VistaCreate for hundreds of ready-made templates with polished designs. Just pick a layout and customize it with your images and texts to make a professional presentation in no time.

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The right tools for online mind mapping

Organize highlights from a brainstorming session, map out your business strategies, and create project presentations with VistaCreate. Make impressive designs with ease using these tools and features.

Templates

Photo library

Objects

Fonts

Background remover

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Mind map templates

Making mind maps is easy with pre-made layouts. VistaCreate mind map maker offers plenty of beautiful templates to kickstart your creative process. Just select one that fits your needs and customize it with photos, vectors, fonts, and objects.

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Millions of stock photos and vectors

When mind mapping, make sure you use quality stock photos and vector images. Access VistaCreate’s media library of 70M+ assets to create a stunning mind map design.

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Stickers and objects

Enhance your mind map design with graphic elements — arrows, lines, icons, emojis, you name it! VistaCreate features 50K+ objects to match your creative ideas. Simply drag and drop all the design elements you like onto the canvas and edit the layout.

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A big library of fonts

Create mind maps that are easy to read by picking the right font. Browse our library of 680+ fonts and select an individual font or font pairs that complement your design. Using VistaCreate, you can experiment with formatting and text effects until your mind map is perfect.

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Instant background remover

Want to use a photo for your mind map but don’t know how to get rid of the background? With VistaCreate’s background remover, you can erase an entire image background in just one click. Now, all you have to do is adjust the size of your new subject or object and place it where you’d like in your composition.

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Branded elements

Customize VistaCreate’s pre-made layouts by adding your images, videos, and fonts. You can upload any of your files just in a few clicks. Use your brand colors and upload a logo to create presentations that boost brand recognition.

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How to make a mind map in VistaCreate

Step 1

Choose the format

Enter “Mind map” in the search bar to find ready-made layouts. If you want to create a design from scratch, click “Blank Mind Map”.
Step 2

Select a template

Browse through all available templates and choose one that fits your needs.
Step 3

Customize your design

Edit the selected template with VistaCreate’s tools and features. You can change backgrounds, colors, and fonts, and add graphic objects from our library. You can also add your own media files to personalize the design.
Step 4

Download and share

Once your mind map is ready, download or share it on socials right from the VistaCreate interface. If you plan to print your design, download it in JPG or PDF. For animated maps, choose MP4 format.

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Helpful tips for complex mind mapping

Start with finding the perfect mind map structure

Browse all the mind map examples in VistaCreate and choose the one you need – a graph chart, step-by-step format, checklist, etc. Each template serves a particular purpose and has a specific layout and set of elements. For example, if you’re planning a business strategy, choose a template with a step-by-step structure that includes boxes for each step, connecting arrows, and numbers. You can easily add your text and graphics in the VistaCreate mind map maker without breaking the structure.
Build around your central idea

Define this project’s central concept or main phrase and focus your design on it. Write it in a large bold font and place it on top or in the center of your mind map. The key here is to stick to your central idea and never lose sight of it as you add more and more elements to the design. Whenever you add text, objects, or images to a layout, check to see if they complement the main idea. To make your main concept stand out, use VistaCreate’s text effects or add a mask to the background.
Make complex concepts look simple

You can explain any complex idea with the proper graph or chart. We recommend using multiple levels and branches for complicated topics. Keep hierarchy in mind and use various design tools to structure complex ideas on your mind map. For example, choose different colors for topics and subtopics. Or, write related ideas in the same font and place them over the same colored background. Thus will help your team and stakeholders grasp complex ideas. VistaCreate mind map maker features lots of boxes, frames, and arrows to help you with intricate mind mapping.
Prioritize readability

When filling your mind maps with text, learn to balance creative thinking and readability. Don’t overload your design with big text blocks. Stay concise and make every thought clear in a short sentence or phrase. Also, don’t get carried away with decorative fonts, as they can affect readability. We recommend choosing up to 2-3 simple complementary fonts for one map. And if you want to diversify them, use the same fonts but experiment with size and formatting.

FAQ

I can’t find a suitable template among VistaCreate’s mind map examples. Can I create mind maps from scratch?

Sure, you can make a design from scratch. Just select a format and a blank template, and start filling it with images, objects, and text. Our mind map creator features lots of stock pictures, videos, and vectors for you to choose from. Upload your own files for personalized designs and use VistaCreate’s tools and features to edit them.
I want to design a mind map with my team. Is real-time collaboration available in VistaCreate?

Unfortunately, VistaCreate doesn’t provide real-time collaboration. However, you create a team of up to 10 people and share the creative process in turns. Watch this tutorial to learn how team members can add their own elements to a design and make edits. Note that a Team Account is only available for VistaCreate Pro plan users.
Do I need mind mapping software to create a mind map?

No, you don’t need to buy complex mind mapping software or be trained in design to build effective maps. With VistaCreate, you get access to hundreds of ready-made templates and millions of photos and vectors. Access our mind map maker’s features and editing tools to give your designs a professional look.
Can I use your mind map maker for my college projects?

Sure, VistaCreate’s online mind mapping tool is perfect for students. Use it for presentations, semester planning, academic research, etc. Explore our library of ready-made templates to generate ideas for your projects and create stunning designs!

Hundreds of pre-made templates

Create professional designs — no design skills needed. Access VistaCreate’s library of ready-made layouts to find the best one for your mapping.

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