Create Your First Mind Map

Now, it’s time to get into creating your first mind map. It might seem daunting initially, but you can quickly start a mind map in three ways with EdrawMind.

Creating a Mind Map From Scratch

First, you must learn to make a mind map from scratch. This is a core skill that allows you more freedom as to how your mind map will look from the start.

Step ❶

Under Recent, tap the + icon.

recent page

Step ❷

Select Blank MindMap. You can also choose whether to use a Right Map, Tree Map, etc.

mind map from scratch options

Creating a Mind Map With AI

Continuing from the previous steps, you can also make a mind map by giving a prompt to Edraw AI.

Step ❶

Instead of choosing Blank MindMap, tap One-click Mindmap.

one-click mind map
Note:
You can also access the One-click Mindmap from the homepage under Edraw AI
ai tools edraw

Step ❷

Type your prompt and tap Start generating when this window appears.

one click mindmap prompt

Creating a Mind Map With Templates

Another option is to make mind maps from pre-made templates. It’s easier as you only have to find a template that suits your needs. With over 30,000 templates, you’ll indeed find something you want.

Step ❶

From the homepage and under Gallery, browse for a template you like. You can also type in the search bar to narrow down your search.

templates gallery

Step ❷

After selecting a template, this page will appear. Tap Duplicate to use it.

single template page

After going through these methods, follow the next guides to learn how to customize and edit your mind maps.