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Getting Started

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Xmind Basics

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Styling Mind Maps

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Applying Global Format

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Browsing and Viewing

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Working with Files

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Sharing and Collaborating

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Managing Your Team

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Mind Mapping with Xmind AI

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Exploring Advanced Features

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Questions You May Ask

Task

Task allows you to set priority, start and due date, and track progress for your tasks. It helps you turn ideas into actionable steps and stay on track with your plans.

How to add a Task in your mind map

1️⃣ Insert a Task

  • Click the + icon in the top toolbar and select Task.

Task management interface with progress tracking features
  • Or, right-click on any topic and choose Task from the menu.

Task management interface with steps and dates

2️⃣ Set task details

Once added, you can define the task with:

  • Progress

  • Priority

  • Duration

  • Start & Due Dates

  • Dependencies

  • Assignee

All in one place, right from the task panel.

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3️⃣ Control what’s shown

Choose whether to show task details or creator directly on the topic — or keep things clean and hidden.

Task management interface with progress tracking

4️⃣ Remove a Task

Click Remove in the panel if you want to delete it.

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