MindNode Classic
Mind map and brainstorm ideas
MindNode Classic helps you organize ideas into mind maps and outlines on Mac and iPad, whether you’re brainstorming, planning a project, or mapping out a vacation.
by IdeasOnCanvas GmbH · 99% positive (1,925)
What you get
Turn scattered thoughts into a clear plan you can act on.
MindNode Classic gives you a visual way to work through an idea before deciding what to do next. You can start with one thought, branch into related topics, and rearrange connections as your thinking develops. Switch to an outline—or keep it beside your map—when you want to see the same ideas as a structured list.
You can add images and notes to keep context close, use tags to spot related thoughts, and turn parts of your map into tasks. When one area needs attention, you can fade the rest or fold branches to reduce visual clutter. This helps you work through a project or vacation plan without keeping every detail in view.
When you’re ready to share, you can give your map a consistent appearance with themes and automatic layout, then export it as a PDF, SVG, Markdown, or other supported format. You can also send tasks to Apple Reminders, Things, or OmniFocus.
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See how ideas connect
You can rearrange branches and link related thoughts to make sense of a brainstorm.
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Choose your working view
You can move between a visual map and a structured outline, or use both side by side.
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Turn ideas into tasks
You can turn mapped ideas into tasks and send them to Apple Reminders, Things, or OmniFocus.
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Focus on one area
You can fade unrelated thoughts and fold branches while you work through a specific part of your plan.
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Share a readable plan
You can keep your map organized with automatic layout and export it in formats such as PDF, SVG, or Markdown.
Best for
- You brainstorm visually before committing to a plan
- You want to break a project into connected ideas and tasks
- You prefer organizing vacation ideas on a map
Skip it if
You probably don’t need it if a plain checklist is enough and you rarely need to explore connections between ideas.
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From the developer
Connect your thoughts and clarify your ideas using MindNode, Mac’s visual mind mapping and brainstorming software. Start with a core vision and then branch out into new levels of thinking using helpful support features before uncovering your eureka moment. Develop your ideas within a beautiful, clean interface.Read the full description
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