Mind Map Diagram Generator

Quick Start: Start with @startmindmap -> define root and branches with * or +/- markers -> optionally set branch side, direction, and styles -> wrap in ```plantuml fence.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Always use ```plantuml or ```puml code fence. NEVER use ```text — it will NOT render as a diagram.

Critical Rules

• Every diagram starts with @startmindmap and ends with @endmindmap
• Each hierarchy level is represented by repeating markers:
  • * style: * (root), ** (level 1), *** (level 2)
  • +/- style: + grows left branch, - grows right branch
• Keep one marker style consistent in the same local branch (do not randomly mix indentation styles)
• Use left side to switch subsequent branches to the left side of the root
• Use direction keywords when needed:
  • top to bottom direction
  • right to left direction
• Multi-line node content must use block syntax:
  • **:Line 1\nLine 2;
• For quick color coding, use inline node color:
  • *[#Orange] Root
  • **[#lightgreen] Child
• For reusable themes, define <style> and apply stereotypes like <<green>>
• Rich text/Creole and icon syntax are supported inside node text (see examples)

Node Syntax Cheat Sheet

Branch Side and Direction

Styling Options

Recommended Color Palettes

Pick a palette that matches the map's purpose. Use inline [#hex] for quick coloring or define <style> classes for reuse.

General-Purpose (Pastel)

Status / RAG

Warm Corporate

Cool Tech

Earth Tone

Tip: Avoid pure saturated colors (#FF0000, #00FF00) — they reduce readability. Prefer soft/muted tones for backgrounds and reserve bold colors for the root only.

Mind Map Patterns

Quick Example

@startmindmap
* Product Launch
** Goals
*** Revenue
*** User Growth

left side
** Risks
*** Timeline Slip
*** Budget Overrun

right to left direction
** Channels
*** Content
*** Ads
@endmindmap

Common Pitfalls