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Description
Mind Map Maker for Excel is a native Windows desktop Excel-based app that turns plain-text lists and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) data into visual mind maps, org charts, and flowcharts directly inside Microsoft Excel (2016+).
Engineered for technical users, analysts, and project managers who want to eliminate manual shape drawing, the add-in uses a local calculation engine to determine geometric node placement, spacing, and connector path routing automatically.
Technical Overview & Key Capabilities:
• Local Execution & Data Privacy: Runs on-premise as a native COM add-in. All diagram calculations occur locally on your machine—no spreadsheet data is transmitted to external cloud servers or third-party web whiteboards.
• Automated Layout Engine: Reads hierarchical text rows or WBS codes (e.g., 1.1, 1.2) to calculate layout geometry, position shapes, and draw straight, elbow, or curved connector lines with zero manual drag-and-drop.
• Native Office Shape Export: Renders diagrams using standard Microsoft Office graphic objects. Generated charts can be copied and pasted directly into Word or PowerPoint as fully editable, native shapes without losing formatting or requiring add-in installation for viewers.
• Ribbon UI Integration: Adds a dedicated tab to the Excel ribbon with single-click tools to insert, delete, reorder, elevate (Make Parent), or demote (Make Child) node tiers and filter tree rendering depth (Levels 1–5).
• Distribution & Compatibility: Distributed via official Microsoft Store and Microsoft Marketplace channels. Supports Windows 10/11 (X86/X64) and desktop Office 2016 or newer ($2.99/mo, fully functional free trial available).
Description
Zen Flowchart offers a user-friendly online platform for designing flowcharts, mind maps, organizational charts, wireframes, and interactive whiteboards. Its straightforward and intuitive interface ensures that crafting professional diagrams is not only simple but also a pleasant experience. Users can effortlessly create new nodes with just one click and connect different nodes seamlessly using intelligent connectors. To enhance accessibility, we have eliminated all overly complex and redundant features. This approach has led to a clean yet powerful design that meets all your flowcharting needs. You can easily download your creations as PNG files or share a live document that updates in real-time with any modifications you make. The combination of simplicity and functionality makes Zen Flowchart an excellent choice for anyone looking to visualize their ideas effectively.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Microsoft Excel
No
Pricing Details
$2.99
Monthly subscription. Volume discounts are available through Microsoft Marketplace. 7-day (Microsoft Store) or 30-day (Microsoft Marketplace) free trial.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$6.30 per month
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Uniform Software Limited
Founded
2008
Country
United Kingdom
Website
uniformsoftware.com/mind-map-maker
Vendor Details
Company Name
Zen Flowchart
Website
www.zenflowchart.com/diagrama-de-flujo
Product Features
Mind Mapping
Brainstorming
Yes
Flowchart
Yes
Presentation Tools
Yes
Project Planning
Yes
Publishing / Sharing
Yes
Templates
Yes
Product Features
Flowchart
Collaboration
No
Diagramming
No
Drag & Drop
No
Organizational Charting
No
Process Mapping
No
Revision Management
No
Templates
No
Text to Chart
No