# Mm Outline To Map

> Convert a structured text outline or bullet list into a MindMeister mind map.

- Skill: `meisterlabs/mm-outline-to-map` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add meisterlabs/mm-outline-to-map`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/meisterlabs/mm-outline-to-map/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: MeisterLabs (https://skillmd.com/u/meisterlabs)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/meisterlabs/mm-outline-to-map

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# Outline to mind map

Use the MindMeister MCP to turn a structured outline into a MindMeister mind map.

## Workflow

1. Receive the outline:
   - Accept a plain-text or Markdown-formatted outline (bullet list, numbered list, or indented text).
   - Treat the top-level heading or first item as the central map topic.
2. Parse the hierarchy:
   - Map top-level items to first-level branches.
   - Map nested items to sub-nodes, preserving indentation depth.
   - Flag any items that are too long to work as node labels and suggest shorter versions.
3. Confirm structure with the user:
   - Show the proposed map structure before creating.
   - For outlines under 20 nodes, proceed without confirmation if the structure is unambiguous.
4. Create the map using `mm_maps_create`.
5. Apply the full node tree using `mm_changes_apply`.
6. Optionally apply a theme: use `mm_themes_list` to find options.
7. Return the map URL.

## Important

Node labels should be concise — ideally under 10 words. If an outline item is a full sentence, trim it to a keyword phrase before converting.