Branch
In Xmind, a Branch refers to a part of a mind map that extends from a central idea or theme. Mind maps in Xmind are visual diagrams that organize information around a central concept, typically depicted at the center of the map. From this central idea, main branches or nodes extend, which represent primary thoughts, tasks, or themes related to the central concept. These main branches can further divide into smaller sub-branches, which detail more specific ideas, data, or tasks.
Colored Branch
Encode branches with colors to accelerate brain function. We offer a variety of rainbow color palettes for you to choose from, allowing you to apply different colors to each branch with just one click.
Note: Different colors for branches enhance the aesthetic appeal of the mind map and allow for the grading of topics.
Edit Colored Branch
Click on a blank area of the mind map, then in the right column under Format > Map, check ☑️ Colored Branch. Based on the Color Theme, we will recommend some branch color schemes for you to choose from.
Remove Colored Branch
Click on a topic, and in the right column under Format > Map, uncheck ☑️ Colored Branch to customize and select a uniform color for Branches.
Fold/Unfold
Fold/Unfold All Sub-branches
When browsing and reviewing a mind map, you can fold or unfold all sub-branches with one click. This eliminates complicated operations and ensures efficiency.
1. Fold All Sub-branches
Select the central topic and right-click to choose Fold all Sub-Branches.
Or you can select the central topic and choose Fold all Sub-Branches from Edit in the top menu bar.
Select the topic and use a combination of shortcuts:
Windows：Ctrl+Alt+/
Mac：⇧+⌘+/
2. Unfold All Sub-branches
Select the central topic and right-click to choose Unfold all Sub-Branches.
Or you can select the central topic and choose Unfold all Sub-Branches from Edit in the top menu bar.
Select the topic and use a combination of shortcuts:
Windows：Ctrl+Alt+/
Mac：⇧+⌘+/
Fold/Unfold Subtopics
When you do not wish to fold or view the content of the entire mind map but only want to perform folding/unfolding operations under a specific topic, this function is useful.
1. Fold Subtopics
Hover over a topic to see a button, click on it to fold the subtopics.
Select the main topic and right-click to choose Fold Subtopic.
Or you can select the main topic and choose Fold Subtopic from Edit in the top menu bar.
Select the topic and use a combination of shortcuts:
Windows：Ctrl+/
Mac：⌘+/
2. Unfold Subtopics
If the topic has been folded, the number ofthe sub-topics will be displayed right beside the main topic, and you can unfold them by directly clicking on the number.
Select the folded topic and right-click to choose Unfold Subtopic.
Or you can select the folded main topic and choose Unfold Subtopic from Edit in the top menu bar.
Select the topic and use a combination of shortcuts:
Windows：Ctrl+/
Mac：⇧+/
Print Branch
When the mind map content is too extensive to print in its entirety, or you only need to print part of the branch topics, you can use the Print Branch function to print only the content of a single branch topic.
Note: Only the selected branch content is printed.
How to:
After clicking the branch topic you wish to print, right-click and select Print Branch.
Export Branch
When the content of the mind map is too extensive for presentation, you can use the Export Branch function to focus attention on a single branch, which is more conducive to the presentation and explanation of ideas.
Note: Only the selected branch content is exported.
How to:
After clicking the branch topic you wish to export, right-click and select Export Branch To, then choose the export format: PNG, SVG, PDF, Markdown.
Show Branch Only
When the content of the mind map is too extensive for easy modification/presentation, you can use the Show Branch Only function to focus attention on a single branch, which is more conducive to thought.
Note: Only a single branch is shown.
How to:
Method 1
After clicking the branch topic you wish to display, right-click and select Show Branch Only.
Method 2
Shortcut Key
After clicking the branch topic you wish to display,
Windows：control+;
Mac：command+;
Exiti Branch Only Mode
Method 1
Click Show Full Content at the top left corner of the mind map.
Method 2
Right-click on the branch topic and select Show Full Content.
Shortcut Key
After clicking the branch topic,
Windows：control+;
Mac：command+;