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1 Features List Contents Brainstorming & Map Creation... 1 Map Navigation... 2 Categories & Analysis... 2 Task Management... 3 Project Management... 4 Map Styles & Additional Information... 5 Comment and Review... 6 Presentation mode... 6 Cloud Storage... 6 MS Office Integration... 7 Additional Exports... 8 Windows Integration... 9 Proofing & Printing... 9 Help & Support... 9

2 Brainstorming & Map Creation Templates pane Create a new blank map or select a template from one of the categories available; Brainstorming, Strategy planning, Project management, Personal productivity, etc. Map Layouts Use different map layouts depending on the task; Traditional organic Mind Map view Output tree for presentations, and brainstorming Organogram to create organisation charts Affinity diagrams for grouping information post brainstorming Input tree for cause and effect analysis Outline to preview documents prior to export and more Brainstorming Select a Brainstorming template to get you started and capture ideas directly into the map OR use the dedicated Brainstorming mode to capture free flowing ideas. Type & Return The ability to just start typing then hit the return key is simple, unique and the quickest most unobtrusive way to capture information. (Ability to add; Child, Sibling and Parent branches) Question Sets Unique to MindGenius, they provide a framework for brainstorming, problem solving, strategy, planning, requirements gathering, meetings, customer facing sessions, etc. (Select from a list of default question sets or create your own) Timer Manage Brainstorming sessions and keep meetings and presentations on track. Always displays on top of the map. (Set Duration, Count up / Count Down) Word Cloud Automatically created as the map builds. Enables users to quickly gauge the emerging themes during brainstorming, requirements gathering and other group sessions. 1

3 Map Navigation Map Explorer The Map explorer is unique to MindGenius and facilitates the navigation of large maps in Focus mode allowing you to move quickly between the high level and detailed views of a project without having to create a series of linked maps. Pan mode enables you to scroll quickly to any area of a large map. Map View The main map view is where you build your maps; use different layouts, Expand & Collapse branches, Zoom slider, Auto Zoom, Display Levels, Pan Mode and Full screen view to navigate your information. Categories & Analysis Categories Predefined category sets allow you to quickly analyze and understand your gathered information. Brainstorming grouping Impact analysis Decision making Performance review Risk More... Create your own categories. Create Category Map Advanced analysis, automatically create an affinity diagram based on the applied map categories. Category Dropper Quickly apply categories to the map branches. Map Filter Analyze and view only the relevant information. Quick filter One click filtering of currently used categories Advanced query builder Hide non matching branches Data Sort Sort and organize the map branches by; Due date, Priority, Status, More. 2

4 Task Management Track tasks Start date, due date, priority, status, duration, etc. Task Cards Pin Task Cards in view to see the details of project tasks and quickly identify overdue actions. Import Resources from MS Outlook No need to re-enter names and addresses. Imported resources can then be assigned actions and automatically notified. MS Outlook Synchronisation Direct distribution of actions in a map to MS Outlook inboxes and automatic synchronisation of maps and Outlook when tasks are updated in either application. Resource Gallery Define and display a resource group for a project. Resource Dropper Quickly apply resources to the map branches Task Properties Easily record task properties and manage to-do lists and projects to completion within the map. Start date, Due Date, Priority, Status, Duration, etc. Create Resource map Get clarity on a project and automatically generate personalized task lists by creating an affinity diagram based on the applied resources. Add Cost and Quantity data Cost projects and create parts lists using Export to Excel Action Filter See the project status and manage tasks within the map environment. Quick filter Actions overdue Due this week Advanced filter Build complex queries More... 3

5 Project Management Integrated Gantt View Project management capability within MindGenius without the need to export to other applications. Switch seamlessly between map and Gantt view Schedule tasks & Add resources Identify critical path Integrates with quick filters Focus using the map explorer Identify milestones Constraints Indicator Allocate % resources Resource Levelling Chart Project Reports Save time collating project data by automatically creating presentation quality reports from map data including Project Summary, Milestone Chart, Critical Path Tasks, Tasks Due etc. Export to MS Excel Allows you to manage tasks and perform further analysis of categories, cost and quantity data within Excel. Export to MS Project Automatically create a fully structured MS Project file from the map hierarchy. Calculations Roll-up cost and quantity values to selected levels within a map. 4

6 Map Styles & Additional Information Map Styles Change the colour and style of your maps; Change layouts, add auto numbering, add auto colours, define templates Branch Style Style the look of individual branches. Branch shapes, Text font & colour, Branch fill, Connector style, Arrow heads Apply Local Layouts Make best use of white space and emphasize areas of your map by applying different layouts to areas of your map. Add Attachments Create dashboards of information by linking to other maps, documents and web content. Notes Editor Support the map topics with additional notes. Include; Rich text, Images, Tables. Add Pictures Improve presentations and make maps more memorable by adding images from your own PC or from the Picture Gallery. 100 s of images in the Picture Gallery Add Floating Pictures Add Picture to Branches Floating Text Annotate your map with Floating Text. Mental Connections Links branches to Identify task dependencies and relationships to aid problem solving, understanding and breakthrough thinking. 5

7 Comment and Review Comment and Review Share maps with colleagues and track and review their changes and comments. Encouraging greater collaboration on projects, document authoring, brainstorming and meetings. Presentation mode Presentation Mode Create dynamic slides that automatically update when the map updates. Add text, images and notes Add slide transitions and backgrounds Update map slides during the presentation Distribute printed and PDF versions of your presentation Export to PowerPoint Cloud Storage Cloud Storage Seamless integration with a range of cloud storage providers enables users to save and open files in Dropbox, Evernote and Google Drive directly from MindGenius. 6

8 MS Office Integration MS Word - Export Ensure that the document content and structure has been effectively developed in the map before exporting to automatically create a MS Word document MS Word Import The complexity of Tender, Strategy or Legal documents can be more easily understood as the constituent parts become clearer when visually represented in a map. MS Project Export Ensure Project success by fully identifying the project scope and structure before exporting to MS Project MS Project Import Import project plans and get a new visual insight; see colour coded status, filter by resource, dates and priorities. Automatically produce status reports; Project Summary, Milestone Chart, Critical Path Tasks, Tasks Due etc. MS PowerPoint - Export Develop engaging presentations by developing comprehensive content and logical structure before exporting to MS PowerPoint. MS Excel - Export Extend the use of your map in Excel; Perform Pivot table analysis, manage tasks, develop parts lists, perform calculations, etc. MS Outlook Synchronise contacts and tasks Maps automatically synchronize with Outlook when tasks are updated in either application. Helping you make progress between and at meetings, and allowing managers more visibility on when actions have been completed by the team MS Visio Export Map the elements of a process before exporting to complete the diagram 7

9 Additional Exports PDF Export Create a fully structured document with map images and text to communicate beyond MindGenius users. MindManager - Import Import directly into MindGenius Freemind Import & Export Exchange files directly with Freemind HTML - Export Create structured HTML documents and web pages Image format - Export Save the map in common graphic formats for distribution and publishing in other applications. Send Map as attachment Distribute and share map information Send Map as attachment with preview Allows recipients without MindGenius installed (all devices) to preview the map Send map and attachments as package Easily distribute the map and all associated attachments MindGenius for ipad Perfect tool for capturing information on the go, 100% compatible with MindGenius Desktop. ithoughts - Import & Export (iphone & ipad) Exchange maps created in ithoughts for iphone & ipad applications. Thinking Space - Import & Export (Android) Exchange maps created in Thinking Space for Android OPML - Import & Export Exchange maps created in certain iphone/ipad applications directly with MindGenius 8

10 Windows Integration Windows Desktop Search Allowing users to search for branch titles, attachment names, resources and notes within map files from the Desktop. Windows Explorer Map Preview Allows users to preview a map without the need to open the file in Windows Explorer. MS Outlook Map Preview Allows users to preview map attachments without the need to open the file in MS Outlook. Proofing & Printing Printing Ensure maps are printed for optimal readability use; Auto orientation Split map (Level 1 & Page breaks) Proofing Ensure that documents have been effectively proofed before submission or distribution. Find, Replace, Spell check, Word Count Help & Support Templates Make a quick start on certain tasks using pre-installed templates from the Start Mapping pane or create and share your own templates. Help File Step by step instructions on using the application functions. BiggerPlate Access the largest collection of MindGenius sample maps on the BiggerPlate.com community. a Friend Share your MindGenius experiences. Support Direct link to support@mindgenius.com Download latest version check System info check 9