{"id":67560,"date":"2025-05-15T13:48:53","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T20:48:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=67560"},"modified":"2025-07-31T07:07:29","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T14:07:29","slug":"google-docs-mind-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Google Docs Mind Map: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A growing <a href=\"https:\/\/smleo.com\/2020\/02\/05\/the-effect-of-visual-support-on-learning-a-psychology-case-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">body of research<\/a> suggests that visual cues help us memorize stuff. Many different parts of our brains are involved in processing visual data, leading to improved retrieval and retention of information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you\u2019re trying to remember something important, draw it out! \ud83d\uddbc\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why mind maps have become so popular. They make complex concepts more engaging and easier to grasp and memorize. And the best part is\u2014you can build them with tools you\u2019re already familiar with in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our guide will show you how to make a mind map in Google Docs in just a few simple steps. We\u2019ll also shed light on some alternative apps to help you <strong>create visually engaging mind maps.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-38184ec9-9a8c-49e9-a2bc-4d95490d32dc\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">How To Make a Google Docs Mind Map\u2014A Step-by-Step Guide<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#0-%E2%8F%B0-60-second-summary-\" style=\"\">\u23f0 60-Second Summary<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#1-what-is-a-mind-map\" style=\"\">What Is a Mind Map?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#2-how-to-make-a-mind-map-in-google-docs-in-5-simple-steps\" style=\"\">How to Make a Mind Map in Google Docs in 5 Simple Steps<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#3-step-1-open-the-drawing-panel\" style=\"\">Step 1: Open the drawing panel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#4-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\" style=\"\">\u2b50 Featured Template<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#5-step-2-insert-and-add-shapes-to-represent-nodes-\" style=\"\">Step 2: Insert and add shapes to represent nodes\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#6-step-3-add-the-text\" style=\"\">Step 3: Add the text<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#7-step-4-add-arrows-between-nodes\" style=\"\">Step 4: Add arrows between nodes<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#8-step-5-save-your-google-docs-mind-map\" style=\"\">Step 5: Save your Google Docs mind map<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#9-drawbacks-of-using-google-docs-as-a-mind-mapping-tool\" style=\"\">Drawbacks of Using Google Docs as a Mind Mapping Tool<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#10-alternative-mind-maps-software\" style=\"\">Alternative Mind Maps Software<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-mind-map\/#11-5-helpful-mind-map-templates-to-get-you-started\" style=\"\">5 Helpful Mind Map Templates To Get You Started<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #000000; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-f3434075-aefb-4a5b-9025-c11a6d6b26ed\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-%E2%8F%B0-60-second-summary-\">\u23f0 <strong>60-Second Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mind maps improve productivity by breaking complex topics into simpler components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Google Docs mind map helps visualize ideas, organize thoughts, and improve brainstorming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Docs lacks a built-in mind mapping tool, but you can create one manually using drawing tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Google Drawings feature allows users to add shapes, lines, and text to structure ideas visually.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Docs is useful for basic mind maps, but dedicated tools provide better functionality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternative tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\">ClickUp<\/a> offer built-in mind-mapping features for better efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/mind-maps\">ClickUp\u2019s Mind Maps <\/a>allow easy drag-and-drop structuring, seamless project integration, and collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp for Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-what-is-a-mind-map\">What Is a Mind Map?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Mind Maps\" class=\"wp-image-40912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps.png 1024w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-300x208.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-768x533.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-700x486.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plan and organize projects, ideas, or existing tasks in ClickUp for the ultimate visual outline<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A mind map is a <strong>diagram that allows you to visualize complex concepts and related ideas<\/strong>. You can use it in various contexts, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brainstorming sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyzing processes and workflows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching and presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning, memorizing, and information processing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-mind-map-in-word\/\">Microsoft Word documents<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mind-map-excel\/\">Excel spreadsheets<\/a>, Google Docs, and many other similar programs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-to-make-a-mind-map-in-google-docs-in-5-simple-steps\">How to Make a Mind Map in Google Docs in 5 Simple Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Although limited in functionalities, Google Docs is an accessible and intuitive tool<\/strong>. You can create decent mind maps and other charts without much effort.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get started on how to make a mind map in Google Docs, create a new blank page document, and stick to the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-step-1-open-the-drawing-panel\">Step 1: Open the drawing panel<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Open-the-drawing-panel.png\" alt=\"New Drawing\" class=\"wp-image-67563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Open-the-drawing-panel.png 1046w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Open-the-drawing-panel-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Open-the-drawing-panel-768x497.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Open-the-drawing-panel-700x453.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Inserting a new drawing in Google Docs<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Go to <em>Insert tab<\/em> &gt; <em>Drawing <\/em>&gt; <em>New <\/em>to open the drawing panel and create your first Google Docs mind map.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #3c763d; border-radius: 0%; background-color: #dff0d8; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-2130edc9-1ba0-45ea-97d0-a6b0ce1a0fd4\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\">\u2b50 <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Featured Template<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">If you\u2019re about to figure out how to make a mind map in Google Docs, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/simple-mind-map-t-180546794\">ClickUp\u2019s free Simple Mind Map Template<\/a> is a faster, smoother way to get your ideas down visually<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/image4.png\" alt=\"Simple Mind Map template by ClickUp\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-180546794\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Get Free Template\" data-segment-props='{\"location\":\"body\",\"sectionModelName\":\"imageCTA\",\"buttonClicked\":\"Get Free Template\"}'>Get Free Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visualize your thoughts quickly with ClickUp\u2019s Simple Mind Map Template<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-step-2-insert-and-add-shapes-to-represent-nodes-\">Step 2: Insert and add shapes to represent nodes&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1216\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Insert-shapes-to-represent-nodes.png\" alt=\"Shapes\" class=\"wp-image-67564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Insert-shapes-to-represent-nodes.png 1216w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Insert-shapes-to-represent-nodes-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Insert-shapes-to-represent-nodes-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Insert-shapes-to-represent-nodes-700x464.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1216px) 100vw, 1216px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add shapes to represent topics and subtopics<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For starters, <strong>choose a shape <\/strong>icon and add it to the drawing. Start with the central topic or idea and move on to the sub-topics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After selecting the shape, you can<strong> resize it<\/strong> by dragging the blue-colored corner points. You\u2019ll also reveal the <strong>formatting options<\/strong>, such as border width and color. Play with different shapes and colors to make subtopic layers easily recognizable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Move shapes around<\/strong> by dragging and dropping them on the board. As you do that, colored lines will appear on the drawing to help you position the forms at the center or symmetrically to other elements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-27aab979-cbb0-48d2-9192-f55b0431c590\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83c\udfaf<strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-on-google-docs\/\">How to Draw on Google Docs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-step-3-add-the-text\">Step 3: Add the text<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1225\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-the-text.png\" alt=\"Text\" class=\"wp-image-67565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-the-text.png 1225w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-the-text-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-the-text-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-the-text-700x468.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1225px) 100vw, 1225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Using the text box to name topics and subtopics<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Insert and position the text box<\/strong> as you would with any other shape. The colored guidelines will show up once again to help you place the text box at the center of the drawing. Type in the text, but make it short and sweet as you have limited space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-step-4-add-arrows-between-nodes\">Step 4: Add arrows between nodes<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1225\" height=\"886\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-1.png\" alt=\"Connectors\" class=\"wp-image-67567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-1.png 1225w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-1-300x217.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-1-768x555.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-1-700x506.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1225px) 100vw, 1225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Connect shapes with arrows<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Select the connector option, choose the <em>Arrow<\/em>, and click on the drawing board to insert it into your up-and-coming mind mapping view. Drag the sides of the arrow to point it to an appropriate shape.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"661\" height=\"504\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-2.png\" alt=\"Aligning arrows\" class=\"wp-image-67566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-2.png 661w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Add-arrows-between-nodes-2-300x229.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 661px) 100vw, 661px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Align arrows with the provided points on the shapes to maintain their relationship regardless of position<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Make sure the arrow points in the right direction and connects the <strong>purple-colored dots<\/strong> on the surrounding shapes. Linking shapes this way ensures their relationships remain intact even when you move them around the map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to add more nodes, but you\u2019ve run out of room, click and drag to select all elements, then resize and move them. Keep in mind that the <strong>font size will remain unchanged<\/strong>, which will likely mess up your mind map in Google. You must manually reduce the size by selecting all the text boxes again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-step-5-save-your-google-docs-mind-map\">Step 5: Save your Google Docs mind map<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1305\" height=\"912\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Save-your-Google-Docs-mind-map.png\" alt=\"Saving\" class=\"wp-image-67568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Save-your-Google-Docs-mind-map.png 1305w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Save-your-Google-Docs-mind-map-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Save-your-Google-Docs-mind-map-768x537.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Save-your-Google-Docs-mind-map-700x489.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1305px) 100vw, 1305px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Save your drawing<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re finished, choose the <em>Save and Close<\/em> option on the top right of the panel. The drawing will be <strong>embedded in the doc<\/strong> you previously opened\u2014click on it to display the <em>Edit<\/em> option and page positioning controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs will auto-save the drawing for you after each edit. You can also see the version history by selecting the option from the <em>Actions<\/em> dropdown menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-family-tree-on-google-docs\/\">How to Make a Family Tree on Google Docs<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-drawbacks-of-using-google-docs-as-a-mind-mapping-tool\">Drawbacks of Using Google Docs as a Mind Mapping Tool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs is a simple and useful tool that gets the job done. Still, when it comes to a mind mapping tool, Google Apps like Docs or Sheets pale in comparison to other, more comprehensive software, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\">ClickUp<\/a>. Here are some shortcomings to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basic features<\/strong>: Google Docs has few formatting features. It also lacks more specific functionalities of specialized <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-mind-mapping-software\/\">mind-mapping software<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited flexibility<\/strong>: The drawing board doesn\u2019t provide enough space for larger, more complex mind maps. Besides the shape, border, font, and color scheme, you don\u2019t get many other customization options with Google Docs. That leaves little room for creativity and often results in bland designs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lack of automation<\/strong>: Making a mind map in Google Docs often feels inefficient and requires much manual work. Rearranging the map is not intuitive as you must manually reposition objects to align them. Also, anyone who\u2019s ever used Docs or Word knows how frustrating it is to create and add images within open Google Docs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too basic Google Docs Templates: Working off templates is a great idea\u2014but Google&#8217;s add-ons for templates aren&#8217;t as powerful and helpful as some other solutions\u2014especially when you need to add a central node and highlight key takeaways when you create a mind map<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-alternative-mind-maps-software\">Alternative Mind Maps Software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using Google Docs to make a mind map may be convenient in some cases, but it\u2019s far from ideal. Due to its limited functionalities and unattractive design elements, it doesn\u2019t give you much to work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/mind-maps\">ClickUp Mind Maps<\/a>, allow you to <strong>create visually engaging and functional mind maps<\/strong> you can use in various scenarios, from simple brainstorming sessions to reinventing elaborate business processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/clickup-mind-maps.png\" alt=\"Draw connections between tasks and ideas, map out workflows with drag-and-drop nodes, and more\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/mind-maps\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--pink\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Try ClickUp Mind Maps\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Try ClickUp Mind Maps&quot;}\">Try ClickUp Mind Maps<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Draw connections between tasks and ideas, map out workflows with drag-and-drop nodes, and more<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole diagram creation process is streamlined for your convenience. It\u2019s also <strong>more flexible and intuitive than in creating a mind map in Google Docs<\/strong>\u2014all features are only a click or <strong>drag-and-drop<\/strong> away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you get stuck, you can always turn to <a href=\"https:\/\/university.clickup.com\/\">ClickUp University<\/a> for help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being an all-in-one <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/teams\/project-management\">project management tool<\/a>, ClickUp offers much more than creating a mind map! It allows access to a treasure chest of specialized features and customization options to help you brainstorm, plan, and collaborate. \ud83e\udd1d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gather all your data in one place, automate repetitive processes, and manage every step of a project from a single app! Still set on using Docs? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No worries, you can<strong> import a Google Docs mind map straight into your ClickUp workspace<\/strong>. Once you do, incorporate the map into your workflow and use it along with ClickUp\u2019s many valuable features!<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-fd79307b-e743-44f8-8d51-7ddc231e939c\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83c\udfaf<strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-on-google-docs\/\">How to Draw on Google Docs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-a403341e-f7da-4271-96e4-8bb1ce93ff3c\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\"><strong>\ud83d\udceeClickUp Insight: <\/strong>Low-performing teams are <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/work-week\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 times more likely to juggle 15+ tools<\/a>, while high-performing teams maintain efficiency by limiting their toolkit to 9 or fewer platforms. But how about using one platform?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the everything app for work, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClickUp<\/a> brings your tasks, projects, docs, wikis, chat, and calls under a single platform, complete with AI-powered workflows. Ready to work smarter? ClickUp works for every team, makes work visible, and allows you to focus on what matters while AI handles the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp For Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-5-helpful-mind-map-templates-to-get-you-started\">5 Helpful Mind Map Templates To Get You Started<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many ready-made templates at your disposal today, there\u2019s no need to create mind-mapping docs from scratch. Use one of these <strong>five templates<\/strong> and take advantage of their captivating and intuitive diagrams!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-1-simple-mind-map-template\">1. Simple Mind Map Template<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-68.png\" alt=\"Streamline brainstorming ideas with the ClickUp Simple Mind Map Template\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-180546794&amp;department=other&amp;_gl=1*1y75c0s*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MTU2NTkyOTQuQ2p3S0NBanc5SWF5QmhCSkVpd0FWdWMzZmtJeld1VlNaTXpmRjhUVjRVLV9SMjgwTXpldXFKTFE0QTBzVjc1V3RUN0N5clRsY0tjMHhSb0NabXNRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*ODY2NzE1NzgyLjE3MTExMjAyODk.\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--pink\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download This Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download This Template&quot;}\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Streamline brainstorming ideas with the ClickUp Simple Mind Map Template<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/simple-mind-map-t-180546794\">ClickUp Simple Mind Map Template<\/a> is a great introduction to the world of mind maps. Don\u2019t let its <strong>minimalistic design <\/strong>fool you. It comes packed with features for effectively visualizing any idea or concept that comes your way. \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp offers two types of mind map modes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blank mode<\/strong>: The nodes are in the form of editable shapes, making the mode perfect for ideation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Task mode<\/strong>: Nodes are interactive tasks you can assign and manage in the template\u2019s List or Board View. Clicking on them opens the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/task-tray\">Task Tray<\/a>, allowing you to add attachments, make comments, and track time<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of the mode, creating and editing mind maps is as simple as it gets to detail complex ideas. Click on the plus and minus symbols to expand, minimize, and add new subtopics on the drawing page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-180546794\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--green cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-2-bubble-map-template\">2. Bubble Map Template<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Screen-Shot-2023-04-26-at-8.35.57-AM.png\" alt=\"Use the ClickUp Bubble Map Template in Whiteboard View to brainstorm and unleash your creativity\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-193360010&amp;department=operations&amp;_gl=1*1y75c0s*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MTU2NTkyOTQuQ2p3S0NBanc5SWF5QmhCSkVpd0FWdWMzZmtJeld1VlNaTXpmRjhUVjRVLV9SMjgwTXpldXFKTFE0QTBzVjc1V3RUN0N5clRsY0tjMHhSb0NabXNRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*ODY2NzE1NzgyLjE3MTExMjAyODk.\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--pink\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download This Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download This Template&quot;}\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use the ClickUp Bubble Map Template in Whiteboard View to brainstorm and unleash your creativity<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need <strong>more flexibility<\/strong>, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/bubble-map-t-193360010\">ClickUp Bubble Map Template<\/a>. It\u2019s a mind map template in a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/whiteboards\">ClickUp Whiteboard <\/a>, giving you access to a wealth of creativity tools!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"From Idea to Execution: Discover ClickUp Whiteboards 3.0\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IjLWtKll3To?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides customizing the text, shapes, and color scheme, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connect a lines icon to specific shapes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add or import images, videos, and text in your preferred font style <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embed website cards and documents&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bonus: Check out our top&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/bubble-map-templates\/\">10 Sophisticated Bubble Map Templates for Visualizing and Brainstorming<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The template is the perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-collaboration-software\/\">collaboration tool<\/a>, allowing you to easily analyze any issue and view changes in real-time. You can also turn nodes into actionable tasks, which you can assign, comment on, and track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-193360010\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--green cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-3-project-mapping-template\">3. Project Mapping Template<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-Project-Mapping-Flowchart-Template.jpg\" alt=\"Collaboratively brainstorm and manage project ideas with the Project Mapping Template and start visualizing and connecting information for more efficient planning\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-205427858&amp;department=pmo&amp;_gl=1*dkqg5g*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MTU2NTkyOTQuQ2p3S0NBanc5SWF5QmhCSkVpd0FWdWMzZmtJeld1VlNaTXpmRjhUVjRVLV9SMjgwTXpldXFKTFE0QTBzVjc1V3RUN0N5clRsY0tjMHhSb0NabXNRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*ODY2NzE1NzgyLjE3MTExMjAyODk.\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--pink\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download This Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download This Template&quot;}\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Collaboratively brainstorm and manage project ideas with the Project Mapping Template and start visualizing and connecting information for more efficient planning<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/project-mapping-t-205427858\">ClickUp Project Mapping Template<\/a> <strong>makes any project more manageable<\/strong>. Besides mapping, it allows you to track all tasks, participants, equipment, and other elements crucial to your project\u2019s success. \ud83c\udfc6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It comes with two views:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ideas List View<\/strong>: Helps you plan, allocate, and oversee all project-related work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project Plan Mind Map View<\/strong>: Enables <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/visual-project-management\/\">visual project management<\/a> and planning<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>To use the template, first list all your tasks and subtasks in List View. Add due dates, assignees, attachments, and anything else your teammates may need to complete the tasks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the custom fields to provide more information about each task, such as priority and status. The listed tasks will appear as nodes in Mind Map View based on the hierarchy you created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-205427858\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--green cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-4-team-project-mind-map-template-by-docs-amp-google-slides\">4. Team Project Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Google Slides<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1109\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Team-Project-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides.png\" alt=\"Team Project Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides\" class=\"wp-image-67569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Team-Project-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides.png 1109w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Team-Project-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-300x196.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Team-Project-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-768x502.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Team-Project-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-700x458.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1109px) 100vw, 1109px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use this vibrant Team <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mind-map-templates\/\">Project Mind Map Template<\/a> by Docs &amp; Slides to organize work for your team<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/44326\/team-project-mind-map\">Team Project Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides<\/a> is a prime <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mind-map-examples\/\">example of a mind map<\/a> template in Google Docs. Unlike the ones you can create in the drawing panel, it occupies the entire page, giving you <strong>more space to elaborate your ideas<\/strong>. It\u2019s also beautifully designed, using colorful graphics for a more striking visual effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To create a mind map with this template and start editing, open it in Google Docs. Go to <em>Menu<\/em> &gt; <em>File<\/em> &gt; <em>Make a Copy <\/em>to create and edit your personal version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-5-time-management-mind-map-template-by-docs-amp-slides\">5. Time Management Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1087\" height=\"865\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Time-Management-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides.png\" alt=\"Time Management Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides\" class=\"wp-image-67570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Time-Management-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides.png 1087w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Time-Management-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-300x239.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Time-Management-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-768x611.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Time-Management-Mind-Map-Template-by-Docs-Slides-700x557.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1087px) 100vw, 1087px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Time management doesn&#8217;t have to be boring and difficult thanks to the Time Management Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Time management is often a difficult undertaking. It requires strong organization and prioritization skills. You must <strong>balance multiple responsibilities and deadlines<\/strong> while adapting to unexpected changes and maintaining productivity. \u2696\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, with a tool such as this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/43585\/time-management-mind-map\">Time Management Mind Map Template by Docs &amp; Slides<\/a>, you can do all that in a fun and colorful way. This Google Docs mind map can be applied to various scenarios, be it business or personal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-manage-workflows-with-mind-maps\">Manage Workflows with Mind Maps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mind mapping is a creative and visual way of organizing your thoughts, ideas, and projects. Although creating a mind map in Google Docs is possible, it does have its limitations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More specialized mind map drawing tools, offer extensive customization options and functionalities for creating engaging and versatile mind maps with ease. If you&#8217;re after a visually appealing and easy-to-navigate process, using ready-made templates or advanced software might be the way to go. ClickUp\u2019s ready to use mind map templates along with a myriad of features to aid project management make it an ideal alternative. <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\">Sign up for ClickUp today<\/a> to get started! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A growing body of research suggests that visual cues help us memorize stuff. Many different parts of our brains are involved in processing visual data, leading to improved retrieval and retention of information. 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