Do you still make your project with the collection of ideas on paper? You are out, now business people are using mind mapping software, they can make a mind map just like ideas stored in your brain.
XMind Free Edition is a mind mapping software which is free to use, but it has the basic functions of making a mind map. With this version, you can make mind maps like fishbone chart which is known as cause and effect diagram, insert information into a spreadsheet format, insert images to represent attributes on a map, use inline notes, and export maps into a variety of formats such as Html, PNG, GIF, JPEG and BMP.
This software also has the Pro version which contains more features and edition tips.
Key Features of XMind
- Easy to use
Just double-click to create and edit topics anywhere on the map. Search on topic with Google and drag images into your map without leaving the working window.
- Brainstorming
Provides a special brainstorming editing mode to offer you a place to focus on recording and organizing sparkles.
- Export to PDF/Office
Export maps into a variety of popular formats such as PDF, Word and PowerPoint.
- Manage Tasks
Easily manage and adjust your tasks in a single view.
- Meeting Presentation
XMind Pro makes it easier to express your ideas and share your information in your meeting presentation.
Screenshot of XMind
System Requirements
- Windows Users:
- Windows XP/Vista/7.
- Microsoft Word/Powerpoint for certain features (Export to Word/Powerpoint).
- Internet connection for certain features (like Share) and XMind Pro.
- Mac Users
- Mac OS X 10.4 and later.
- Mac OS X 10.4 needs "Java for Mac OSX 10.4 Release 5" installed.
- Internet connection for certain features (like Share) and XMind Pro.
- Linux Users:
- GTK
- Some features need lame(http://lame.sourceforge.net/)
- Only Sun JRE/OpenJDK/IBM JRE/BEA JRockit are supported. Don't use unsupported JVM.
- nternet connection for certain features (like Share) and XMind Pro.
