For study or work purposes, you need to visually organize the ideas and concepts that interest you. For this, you often resort to concept maps to create graphs that can be consulted, modified, and shared across various devices. However, creating this type of graph requires a lot of time, so you might be looking for some apps to create concept maps from text to help speed up and simplify the process. Am I right?
If this is the case, you will be happy to know that in this guide, you will find several applications to create concept maps starting from text input or from a text file. Fantastic, right?
Without wasting any more time, get ready to dedicate five minutes of your attention to discover together with me how to conveniently and effortlessly achieve your goal. That said, I wish you happy reading and good work!
Apps to Create Concept Maps from Text
Below you will find some apps to create concept maps from text. All these solutions leverage artificial intelligence and, as mentioned, allow you to start from a text command, paste content directly to transform into a concept map, or upload a text file from which the application will extract key information to automatically generate a concept map. They are all free (with possible ads and/or in-app purchases); I recommend carefully reading the description of each and choosing the one that seems most suitable for your needs.
ChatGPT (Android/iOS/iPadOS)
If you are looking for apps to create concept maps from text, the first solution to consider is using ChatGPT, the well-known AI model developed by OpenAI that, along with a custom GPT (that is, a chatbot dedicated to a specific task), allows you to create concept maps starting from text.
You can download the ChatGPT app for Android from the Play Store and for iPhone/iPad from the App Store. You can use it for free, although there are some limits on the number of questions you can ask; once exceeded, you can continue the same conversation using the previous model. To remove these limitations, consider upgrading to ChatGPT Plus, which costs $20 per month plus taxes.
Once you download and install the app, if you haven’t done so yet, register: press the Sign up with button to register via email or, if you prefer, press the button Continue with Apple or the Continue with Google button to register via your Apple or Google account.
Once registered, you’re finally ready to use the ChatGPT app. So, press the Continue button at the bottom of the welcome screen and access the GPT Store, the virtual store where you can use the chatbot dedicated to creating concept maps.
Then enter the menu by tapping the icon (the one with the two horizontal lines) and choose Explore GPT from the menu that opens. At this point, you will find yourself in the GPT store: use the search field at the top to find the GPT that interests you. For example, you can type “Mind map” and open one of the suggestions that appear on the screen.
Once you identify which GPT to use, just select it and interact with it as you would normally with ChatGPT. In the case of the Mermaid Chart, after starting the chat, simply write your request (e.g., Create a visual concept map based on this text:) and paste the text you want to transform into a concept map. Alternatively, you can press (+) > File to upload the text file containing the information to be schematized. Regardless of the method chosen, press the up arrow icon to send the message and then press the Allow or Always Allow button to proceed. The chatbot will first create a written and schematic version from the provided text and then create the image of the concept map.
To edit or save the concept map, press the link under the diagram: you will be redirected to the MermaidChart site, manage the cookies, and tap Start Editing to access the editor. At this point, you will be able to make the desired modifications (if you are working from a phone, I suggest turning it horizontally for more practicality). When you are done, save your work by pressing Export > Image as SVG, then confirm to download the concept map to your smartphone in SVG format (which you can conveniently convert to PNG or other formats using appropriate converters).
GitMind (Android/iOS/iPadOS)
GitMind is another app to create concept maps from text that you can use on Android and iPhone/iPad devices to reach your goal in three different ways: you can request the creation of a map by specifying only the topic, paste a complete text, or upload a file in the app. However, please note that while the first method is free (limited by credits), the second and third require upgrading to the PRO version of the app or purchasing extra credits (starting from €9).
If you are interested in using this solution, download and install the app from the Play Store or from the App Store. Then, launch it, follow the tutorial (or skip it by pressing Skip), and tap the Start button. Now, accept the terms of service and proceed by registering the app by associating it with a Google account, Apple account, Facebook account, or via email address.
Parcae (Android)
Parcae is another app you can use to create concept maps from text by providing the app with a command to start generating a visual map automatically. It is base free, but some functions, such as unlimited node creation and access to advanced customization tools, are only available by upgrading to the pro version of the app, starting from €2.09.
To utilize this solution, download and install the app from the Play Store, then launch it, press the Get started button, respond to the on-screen questions with a tap (or skip this phase by pressing Skip), and proceed by logging in with your Google account.
AI Markap Mind Map (Android)
AI Markap Mind Map is another solution you might consider if you are looking for apps to create concept maps from text. Like the other solutions mentioned above, it uses artificial intelligence to generate mind maps through a direct request or pasting text in Markdown format. It is free and available only for Android devices (with ads and in-app purchases starting from €1.09 to unlock extra features).