Changing the layout of your mind map can improve readability and help you present information more effectively. GitMind offers a variety of layouts, including Mind Map, Logic Chart, Org Chart, Grid, Tree Chart, Table, Timeline, Fishbone, Bubble Map, and Radial Map. Each layout is designed for different purposes, from brainstorming and project planning to organizing structured information.

Change Layout

To change the layout, open your mind map and click the ‘Style’ button in the upper-right corner. Select the ‘Layout’ tab to open the layout settings panel.

Under ‘Layout Type’, choose your preferred layout. Your mind map will automatically switch to the selected layout. Depending on the layout type, you can further customize its appearance using the available ‘Layout Direction’ or ‘Line Style’ options.

Available Layout Types

In GitMind, we offer a variety of layout options to cater to different needs. Each layout provides a unique way to organize information, with customizable directions or line styles depending on the layout type.

Mind Map: This traditional mind map layout is ideal for organizing and brainstorming thoughts and information. It helps visualize ideas and their relationships around a central topic. You can also customize the line style to change how nodes are connected.

Logic Chart: This layout is useful for depicting hierarchical structures, causal relationships, or step-by-step processes. It helps illustrate logical flows and supports different line styles for connecting nodes.

Org Chart: This layout is designed for representing hierarchical relationships within an organization. It is commonly used to visualize company structures, reporting lines, or family trees. You can also customize the line style.

Grid: This layout organizes information into a compact, structured arrangement, making it especially suitable for printing and presenting large amounts of content. It supports two styles: ‘With Lines’ and ‘No Lines’, allowing you to choose whether to display connecting lines.

Tree Chart: This layout displays information in a branching hierarchy, making it useful for categorizing knowledge, organizing directories, or breaking down complex topics. It also supports customizable line styles.

Table: This layout arranges information in a table-like structure, making it easier to organize and compare related content. It supports two layout directions: ‘Top’ and ‘Left’, allowing you to position the central topic at the top or on the left.

Timeline: The timeline layout is suitable for representing chronological sequences of events or processes. It is often used for historical timelines, project planning, or tracking progress over time. It supports five layout directions: ‘Bottom’, ‘Top & Bottom’, ‘Auto Wrap’, ‘Right’, and ‘Left & Right’.

Fishbone: Also known as the Ishikawa or cause-and-effect diagram, this layout is used for identifying and analyzing the root causes of problems. It is valuable for quality management and process analysis. It supports two layout directions: ‘Left’ and ‘Right’.

Bubble Map: This layout arranges related ideas as bubbles surrounding a central topic. It is ideal for brainstorming, exploring concepts, and visually presenting relationships between different ideas.

Radial Map: This layout organizes information in a circular structure around a central topic. It is useful for displaying categories, exploring relationships, and presenting information in a balanced, visually engaging way.

Different layouts are suitable for different scenarios. After switching layouts, you can further customize the appearance of your mind map using GitMind’s theme and style settings to create a clearer and more personalized presentation.