MindGenius
Capture and visualise ideas and information using a range of 'mind map' layouts with MindGenius.
It's designed to help individuals and teams visualise ideas, plan projects and manage tasks.
Key features
- Create detailed mind maps for ideas generation, visualising and organising information.
- Use various templates and themes to start quickly and customise the maps to suit specific needs.
- Link to files, web pages or other maps and associate formatted notes with 'branches' of the map.
- Export maps and notes in a variety of formats, such as images, Word documents and PowerPoint presentations.
- Manage projects using the Gantt view/Project Mode, eg schedule tasks and resources and monitor progress.
- A cloud-based version, MindGenius Online is also available.
Access instructions
- MindGenius is installed in our computer labs.
- For other University managed devices running Windows, you can install this software from the Software Center.
- For other devices, you can download and install MindGenius (mindgenius.com). The web-based version is available to download on personal devices.
- A licence code is required to activate MindGenius.
- To request full access to MindGenius Online, contact IT Services.
Available to staff and students
You can use this service on University-managed devices and the web-based version on personal devices.
App and web-based
Compatible with Windows and Mac (with a Windows emulator). This service also works in your web browser.
Funded by the University
There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.
Additional information
- MindGenius Map Viewer (edge.mindgenius.com): allows maps to be viewed by those who do not have access to the full MindGenius program.
- MindGenius mobile app integration (support.mindgenius.com): MindGenius is also available on iPad.
Access instructions
- MindGenius is installed in our computer labs.
- For other University managed devices running Windows, you can install this software from the Software Center.
- For other devices, you can download and install MindGenius (mindgenius.com). The web-based version is available to download on personal devices.
- A licence code is required to activate MindGenius.
- To request full access to MindGenius Online, contact IT Services.
Guides and help
How-to guides and set up
Training and best practice
The following learning materials are provided by MindGenius:
- MindGenius resources (mindgenius.com) - instructional documentation, videos and free webinars
- Getting started (mindgenius.com) - three key functions to start using MindGenius 5
- MindGenius YouTube channel (youtube.com) - a collection of introductory short videos including an overview of several key features
- FAQs and online support (mindgenius.com) for desktop and iPad
- How to use MindGenius Online effectively (mindgenius.com) - a series of short videos
Contact for support
If you're experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact IT Services.
Service commitments
We ask that you adhere to the MindGenius terms and conditions (mindgenius.com).
The following policies apply to all IT services provided by the University.
Availability
- This is a live service, available 24/7.
Support
- This service is managed by a third party.
- They are responsible for monitoring, identifying and fixing faults. We provide advice and support for local issues during our opening hours.
- Support is available via MindGenius (mindgenius.com).
Standards
- Our service performance and standards have been produced in consultation with our customers. We regularly monitor the delivery, performance and availability of facilities and services.
We appreciate feedback as it helps us review and continually improve our service.
Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024