Outliner in Xmind

The outliner feature switches between mind map and outline views so you can see the same content as a visual map or as stacked bullet points. It helps reorganize ideas and change layout without retyping.

Open your map and click the Outliner button in the top left to turn a mind map into an outline. Edit text directly in the outline, use Return for new lines, and drag items to change order or hierarchy. Click the same button to convert outlines back into a mind map.

• Click Outliner to toggle between map and outline views.

• Use Tab to indent, Shift+Tab to outdent, and Return to add a new line; drag lines to reorder.

• Convert back to a mind map with one click; fold or hide subtopics and use focus shortcuts for review.

Use the outliner feature to switch note-taking styles, tidy information for review, or prepare linear notes for visual brainstorming. It saves time and keeps your content consistent across views.