ZoomMap
ZoomMap helps researchers and students turn raw text and source material into interactive knowledge maps, linking concepts, attaching citations, and revealing gaps for deeper analysis.
About this tool
ZoomMap is designed for people who need to organise large amounts of textual information into a structured visual format. By converting plain text into map cards, users can see the relationships between ideas and explore each node in more depth, making complex topics easier to understand.
The tool also supports citation attachment, relation linking, and gap analysis. Users can import PDFs, EPUBs, or web pages, then expand map sections to reveal detailed information or identify unanswered questions that need further investigation.
What you can do
Card‑Based Mapping
Input plain text and receive a set of map cards that organise the content into discrete concepts, providing a clear visual overview of the material.
Relation Linking and Citation Integration
Connect cards to illustrate how ideas relate, and attach source citations directly to map elements, preserving provenance and supporting academic standards.
Zoomable Detail Expansion and Gap Detection
Select any map node to zoom in for richer details, while an analysis agent highlights unanswered questions or missing links for further research.
Who is it for?
- A graduate student imports a PDF of a literature review, creates a map of key theories, links them, and adds citations to each node for quick reference during writing.
- A research team uploads web‑page extracts on a policy topic, connects related findings, and uses the gap‑analysis agent to pinpoint areas lacking data before drafting a report.
- An undergraduate compiles notes from multiple EPUB textbooks, builds a visual map of overlapping concepts, and expands each section to study detailed explanations before exams.
Before you choose
How does ZoomMap handle source material that is copyrighted or restricted, and what permissions are required for importing PDFs or EPUBs?
What mechanisms are in place to verify the accuracy of automatically generated citations and to prevent citation errors?
Frequently asked questions
Can ZoomMap import multiple file types at once?
Yes, the platform accepts PDFs, EPUBs, and web pages, allowing users to bring together diverse sources into a single knowledge map for unified analysis.
How does the gap‑analysis agent work?
When you pose questions to the system, the agent scans the existing map, identifies missing connections or unanswered topics, and flags them as gaps that can be explored further.
Is it possible to edit or rearrange map cards after they are created?
Users can modify card content, adjust relationships, and re‑zoom into sections at any time, giving full control over the map’s structure and detail level.
Check the official website for current features, pricing, and terms.
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