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MindView Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick Reference Guide
Mind mapping is about speed of thought. Using keyboard shortcuts allows you to capture ideas as fast as they come to you, maintaining your "flow state" without breaking concentration to reach for the mouse. This guide covers the essential shortcuts for rapid mapping.
TIPSQuick Advice
- Use the "Insert" key to quickly grow your map outwards.
- Use "Enter" to add siblings (ideas at the same level).
- Export to Word regularly to see your outline taking shape.
Creation Basics
- Insert: Add a sub-branch (New level down)
- Enter: Add a sibling branch (Same level)
- F2: Edit the text of the selected branch
- Delete: Remove the selected branch (and its children)
- Ctrl + Arrow Keys: Move a branch to a new position
Navigation & View
- Arrow Keys: Navigate around the map
- Ctrl + Scroll Wheel: Zoom In / Out
- Ctrl + Shift + F: Fit map to screen
- F4: Focus on branch (collapses others)
Export & Presentation
- Ctrl + Shift + W: Export rapid outline to Microsoft Word
- Ctrl + Shift + P: Export visual map to PowerPoint
- F5: Start Presentation Mode
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