Mar

25

Tips for MindManager Users, #12: Floating Topic

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One of Mindjet MindManager’s most important commands is Edit, Convert to Floating Topic.
A Floating Topic is one that is not connected to the Main Topic in the center of a mind map.
If you frequently prepare maps for articles, books, newsletters, or presentations containing numbered points or steps, i.e., 8 Steps to Success, you’ll […]

Mar

25

Results of mind mapping user survey

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Chuck Frey, whose Innovation Tools site is always ahead of the adoption curve, is offering a free report based on his recent survey of how users of mind mapping software profit from the software.
Download the free results of his authoritative survey here.

Mar

25

Tips for MindManager Users, #11: OK or Apply?

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When using Mindjet’s MindManager Format, Topic command, after making a change, you can select either OK or Apply.
What’s the difference?
Although both options can change the appearance of your map, there is an important, but subtle, difference between them. OK accepts the formatting change you have just made, and closes the formatting dialog box.
Apply, however, […]

Mar

25

Tips for MindManager Users, #10: Map Layout

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One of the most powerful ways to visually brand mind maps created with Mindjet’s MindManager is to choose the appropriate Growth Direction for maps prepared for clients and prospects.
Start by selecting the Center Topic, followed by Format Topic. When the Format Topic dialog box appears, select the Subtopics Layout tab.
Experiment with various Growth […]