# How to Create a Mind Map in Clickup

> To create a mind map in ClickUp, go to a Space or Folder, click the +View icon, select Mind Map, name it, and choose the Blank option. Start with a central node, add sub-nodes using the plus icon, rearrange by dragging and dropping, change node colors, and edit details like descriptions, tasks, and due dates.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-mind-map-in-clickup/
Apps: ClickUp
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3766ab56e05a00fdccc0/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Go to the Space or Folder where you want to create the mind map.
2. Click on the '+View' icon to add a new view.
3. Select 'Mind Map' from the list of view options.
4. Enter a name for your mind map.
5. Start building your mind map by clicking the 'Blank' option.
6. Click on the central node to start with your main idea or topic.
7. Click on the '+' icon next to the central node to add sub-nodes.
8. You can keep adding nodes to expand your mind map by clicking the plus icon.
9. Use the zoom controls to zoom in and out of your mind map.
10. You can drag and drop nodes to rearrange them as needed.
11. You can change the colors of your nodes.
12. Click on any node to edit its details. You can add descriptions, assign tasks, set due dates, and more.
13. A notification pops up once you have successfully created a node for your mind map.
14. By following these steps, you can effectively create and manage mind maps in ClickUp, enhancing your ability to brainstorm, plan, and organize information visually.