Third Technique: In this method, you will get Google Maps for Mac OS with ease. Just visit the official website of Google Maps. There you will have an option to download Google Maps for Mac. Just click on the download button to download Google Maps on your Mac. Just download the app and find the places you love most.
By using it correctly, one can turn a vortex of illegible data points hovering in one’s head into a decent framework which can be executed upon. Basically, you start with a central idea and then build branches around it. Thus you are creating visual connection and establishing a relationship between the data points, making it easier to remember and organize them. As always, there are tons of apps which can help you do that on your Mac. We scoured through them and found the 9 best Mind Mapping Apps for your Mac: 1. IMindMap Very rarely we come across a tool which is leaps and bounds better than its competitors. IMindMap is a part of that rarity.
Using this software is pure pleasure. It is packed with features and yet is so simple that even a child can get started. You start by creating a central idea and then create branches by just hitting enter. The branches are colour-coded and contain text input. You can attach images, videos, links, and notes. The best part is that attachments (even the videos) open in a pop-up window hence they do not require you to leave the app.
My favorite feature of this app is “idea capture”. When you are in the idea capture tab, there are no distractions. You just type and hit enter to capture an idea and repeat the process until you are done. The ideas are captured in bubbles connected by a line which organizes them as sub-branches of a single branch. There is also an inbuilt tab where you can brainstorm to come up with new ideas.
It looks like a board with sticky notes attached to it. You can create sticky notes and move them between different categories.
All in all, this is the best Mind mapping tool you can buy today. None of the others come even close to it when it comes to functionality and features. The only negative I could find about this software is its load time. It takes a few second to load up when you launch it, however, after it loads there is no lag what-so-ever. A premium product like this commands a premium price.
But if you purchase it, you won’t regret your decision. Install: (Starts at ) 2. MindNode If you want a software which will not put a hole in your pocket and yet can fulfill most of your needs, MindNode is the one for you. It has a beautiful UI and works buttery smooth. If you are just starting out, MindNode will help you learn the basics of the mind mapping technique without in your face instructions. It also has iCloud sync and an app for iPad and iPhone. Its interface is designed in such a way that you are not losing much functionality even if you are using it on mobile devices.
The nodes are foldable hence allowing to create a large mind mapping tree without being overwhelmed by the data. For me, it provides the best value for money on this list. Install: 3. XMind XMind got itself on this list due to its theming capability.
Of course, it does everything a mind mapping software is supposed to do. You can create mind maps, attach photos, links, and notes. You can share it or print it into PDF of OPML. It also allows you to directly share your mind maps to your Evernote account.
You can choose from pre-formatted templates or you can create you own from scratch. You can change the theme of your mind maps at any given time. There are dozens of themes to chose from and each one looks better than the other. If you like theming, give it a go.
It also has a free version, however, it is fairly restricted. You are only allowed to create maps and you can neither save nor share them. You can read the full details in the link below.
Install: 4. Mindomo Mindomo, like other apps on this list, does everything a mind mapping software is required to do. What sets it apart from others is that it allows us to attach audio notes, go into presentation mode and its cross platforms availability. It also has theming capabilities like XMind. Since it is available for both Android and iOS, you can be sure that you will have your mind maps with you all the time no matter which mobile OS you use. The only thing that holds Mindomo back is its pricing strategy.
It follows a subscription based payment which is always a pain. While it does offer a free version, it’s heavily limited, as it only lets you create 3 maps. Install: (, Subscriptions start at $36/6 months) 5. SimpleMind SimpleMind, as it name suggests, is a very easy to use software which gets the job done. It also has a iOS client and cloud sync. It has a very colourful UI which is pleasant to look at.
The app also comes with a couple of themes to customize the look and feel of your mind maps. It does not have any complex features and the sync is almost instant allowing to hand over your work between Mac and iPhone.
The best part is that it also has a free version which is as powerful as the paid one. The only big missing feature is that there is no cloud support for the free version hence you cannot sync your maps across devices. Install: (, ) 6. The Brain The Brain is a mind mapping software which is not suitable for the average user. This is for someone who wants to use mind mapping for business.
It has a lot of inbuilt mind mapping templates dedicated to different aspects of business such as marketing, operations and much more. The best feature of this app is its nesting ability. It is far superior to any other apps on this list when its come to nesting. Hence, you can create a large multi-layered mind map without being overwhelmed. It also has very good organisational tools.
As mentioned, the app specifically targets businesses and it is also priced like one. If you need a great brainstorming, idea mapping and organisational tool for business, look nowhere else. For an average user, it is too costly and too complex to be used.
Install: ) 7. MindJet MindManager This software is probably one of the first mind mapping software ever built. It has gone through a number of iterations to receive its current form. It used to be one of the best but now it has become very complex and is not suitable for an average user. Don’t get me wrong, it is excellent when it comes to features and you cannot go wrong in choosing it. However, the learning curve is too steep and the price is too high. It might be suitable for big businesses, just like TheBrain, but not for individual users.
You are better off spending your money somewhere else. The only reason it is on this list is because of its legacy and to inform our readers to not to make a choice depending on its past performance. Install: 8. FreeMind If you are looking for a completely free mind mapping software without any strings attached, look no further. FreeMind is an open source software, which is completely free to download and use forever. It has all the required features and goes head to head with the paid apps on this list. The only thing you are really sacrificing on is its UI and sync feature.
The UI looks outdated, and creating a rich looking map which catches your eye is not possible. Also, it does not have any sync feature hence your maps will live only on your Mac. However, you can export the maps in PDF and share it. Considering it is a free software, it packs a punch way above its weight. Install: 9. Scapple Scapple provides you the closest experience of using pen and paper.
It is at its heart a blank sheet of paper. You double-click anywhere to start typing and hit enter when you finish. Double-click again to start writing again and then repeat.
Drag and drop one text field over another to create a link. There are no formatting tools, no colouring tools, no emojis, and no attachments. You use it as you want to. This is the best tool for creating free-form mind maps. You will use it and you will love it. Try this if you love pen and paper. Install: SEE ALSO: Organize Your Ideas Using The Best Mind Maps Software on Mac At any given time our mind is flowing with ideas.
The only thing we need to learn is how to capture and organise those ideas to turn them into actionable items. Mind mapping is a tool which can help you do just that. You can also use mind mapping to create an outline for your novel, plan a project, for your business and much more. Once you master it, the sky is the limit.
Give it a go, and let us know when you see its benefits. Also, do tell us in the comment section below if you have a favourite mind mapping software which is not on the list.
Gives you everything you need to get where you're going and find interesting places along the way. It can tell you where you are, what direction you're facing, what's nearby, and how to avoid traffic. Maps can show you the ground in 3D and can take to the sky with Flyover. It can even provide turn-by-turn voice navigation for driving, walking, and — in some regions — public transit, including buses, trains, and ferries.
How do you use the Maps app? Here's everything you need to know to get started! What's new in the Maps app? Apple Maps has lagged behind its competitors for a few years — in part because Apple was late to the game.
But over the last year, it's become a more stable, usable service. IOS 10 continued that trend, bringing huge (and much-needed) software and server-side improvements to Apple's mapping application. No, it's still not perfect: In driving mode, it continues to struggle with traffic estimations and offering up the best alternate routes. But for local driving, it's gotten leaps and bounds better. How to find locations and get directions with Maps on iPhone and iPad Times have changed: Instead of the Thomas Guide, sixteen year olds have an iPhone to guide their way through city streets and subway lines. And instead of numbered paper sections, we have live traffic information and trip tracking in the form of Apple's Maps app.
The company's app is built right into your iPhone or iPad. All you have to do is look! Here's how to use the Maps app to find your location and get directions. How to name and save locations with Maps on iPhone and iPad Whether you want your iPhone to remember your best friend's house or your local gym, adding and naming locations is easy with the Maps app for iPhone and iPad. How to share location and directions with Maps for iPhone and iPad Sometimes it's not enough for you to know where you are or where you're going. Sometimes you need to let other people know. Maybe you want to share a great new coffee shop you've found, maybe you got separated at the park, or maybe you need to be picked up where your car broke down.
Sure, there's Find my Friends for sharing location all the time but, when you need to share location any time, there's Maps. How to get transit directions with Apple Maps for iPhone and iPad Apple has a few useful features specific to transit directions, making it easier to navigate the big city without a car. You can easily see transit stops for specific lines and, whenever multiple lines are available, you'll see all of the possible route suggestions.
How to use Siri to get directions and maps on iPhone or iPad With Siri and Apple's built-in Maps, you know longer have to stop, type, and search for directions. You can simply tell Siri where you want to go, and you'll get a route to go right there. It's great if you're in a new area of town or traveling in a new city. And if you get lost, you can even ask Siri to take you home. How to find your car with the Maps app Here's a not-so-secret fact about me: I'm awful at remembering where I parked. It's why I own a brightly-colored car that can make noise and flash its lights if I press my key fob — without them, I might as well condemn myself to wandering through darkened parking garages for hours.
Thanks to Apple's Parked Car feature in Apple Maps, though, I no longer have to rely on shiny paint or loud noises to help me discover where I left my vehicle: I only have to look at my iPhone or Apple Watch. How to change settings for Maps on iPhone and iPad Apple Maps offers settings that let you change the volume of navigation prompts, change the units of distance, and even get follow-up emails on issues you report.
You can set everything up just the way you want it — once you know where to look!. How to delete your search history and destinations in Maps on iPhone and iPad There are plenty of reasons to avoid storing your search and destination history: Maybe you're planning a surprise party; maybe you have one too many trips to Starbucks listed. Whatever the case, you can very easily get rid of your past search and destination history in Maps. How to view the weather in Maps If you're cruising along the highway on a road trip with pals and you want to take a peek at the weather without switching apps, follow along, and we'll show you how with Apple Maps! How to use Maps extensions on iPhone and iPad iOS makes it easier to get more out of the Maps app by allowing third-party apps to add extensions. The primary purpose of app extensions is to give you the ability to do things like book a reservation at a restaurant or call for a ride from services like Uber — all without having to leave Maps.
This kind of integration frees up your precious time by cutting out the need to switch between different apps to accomplish your goals.How to open Apple Maps locations in Google Maps The Maps app is, shall we say, controversial: While Apple's mapping app has seen incredible improvement over the last few years, there are still areas (both physical and feature-related) where it falls short. While you can't change the default mapping app on iOS, you can make it easier to switch to an alternative with a $1.99 utility app called Opener. How to get directions and use Apple Maps with CarPlay Outside of streaming services, I'd be willing to bet the most used CarPlay app is Maps. Whether you're looking for a business to or traveling out of state, it's much easier to be told where to go than navigating from memory or a map.
Most of Maps interface in CarPlay is pretty easy to understand, but there are a few tricky parts. Let's take a look at some of the app's basic functions and how you can use them to get the most out of your experience. Troubleshooting Maps Have a problem or question about the Maps app? Here are some common issues and information about them (as well as how to fix them).