Xmind
A cross-platform visual-thinking app for mind maps, outlines, brainstorming, planning, presentation, and structured idea organization.
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Freeplane Project
Freeplane
An open-source mind-mapping and knowledge-organization application for connected ideas, outlines, notes, attributes, formulas, links, and visual planning.
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About
What is Freeplane?
An open-source mind-mapping and knowledge-organization application for connected ideas, outlines, notes, attributes, formulas, links, and visual planning. Freeplane is published by Freeplane Project for Windows, macOS and Linux. Its core workflow covers mind mapping, outlines and knowledge organization; consult the official source for current compatibility, licensing, and feature availability.
Key features
What it helps with
- 01Mind Mapping
Supports map-based planning, location review, navigation, or spatial-data work on compatible devices.
- 02Outlines
Helps connect ideas, notes, tasks, references, and outlines so complex topics can be explored and organized visually or structurally.
- 03Knowledge Organization
Helps connect ideas, notes, tasks, references, and outlines so complex topics can be explored and organized visually or structurally.
- 04Open Source
Its source code is publicly available for inspection, contribution, and use under the project's published license.
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Related discovery paths
Take notes · Work remotely · Learn something · Research and cite sources · Plan a school project · Plan routes
Before you install
Review the developer's current information
Pricing, licensing, compatibility, and available features can change. Confirm the current requirements and terms on Freeplane Project's official pages before downloading or installing.
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