Start with a clear question.
Your central node should be a single, focused idea.

Limit each branch to one concept.
Keeps your map scannable and bite-sized.

Use colors sparingly.
Highlight key branches—don’t rainbow-bomb them.

Collapse & expand as you go.
In MindMap AI, click “Summarize” to hide sub-branches.

Connect across branches.
Look for second-order links—AI can suggest them in seconds.