Getting Started
Create your first mind map in minutes
Welcome
TextMapIt transforms markdown into interactive mind maps in real time. This guide walks you through creating your first mind map.
Open the Editor
Navigate to textmapit.com. The editor loads with a default markdown document. You see a split-pane view: CodeMirror editor on the left, mind map preview on the right.
Write Markdown
The left panel is a full-featured markdown editor. Type standard markdown headings, lists, and text. The mind map on the right updates automatically as you type.
Create Your First Mind Map
Start with `# My Project` as the root. Add `## Phase 1` as a child branch. Add `- Task A` and `- Task B` under it. Watch the mind map grow in real time. Use indentation to create deeper branches.
Use a Template
Click the template selector in the toolbar. Choose from Project Planning, Reading Notes, Tech Architecture, or Personal Planning. The template pre-fills the editor with structured markdown. Customize it to fit your needs.
Autosave
Your content auto-saves to browser local storage. No account needed. Come back later and your work is still there.
Next Steps
Learn the full syntax in the Syntax Guide. Export your mind map with the Export Guide. Share it via URL with the Share Guide.