As 2024 wraps up, we can't help but feel a mix of pride and excitement when we think about everything we've accomplished at Xmind this year. It's been a transformative journey for us, filled with milestones that have indeed pushed the limits of what mind mapping can be. We've made it more accessible, collaborative, and more innovative than ever. Looking back, seeing how far we've come together is inspiring!

At Xmind, we've always felt that structured thinking can truly unleash creativity and boost productivity. In 2024, we brought a new Xmind to life with some exciting updates that transformed the way people and teams brainstorm, plan, and arrange their ideas. From AI-driven innovations to enhanced team collaboration tools, we've strived to create a mind-mapping experience that seamlessly adapts to your evolving needs.

Collaborating Better with Your Team Using Mind Mapping

Co-working with Team In-app and Online

Gone are the days of emailing files back and forth or dealing with version control headaches. With Xmind's real-time collaboration, you can instantly share mind maps with your team and edit in real time. Whether you're in the office or working remotely, everyone stays in sync.

Imagine brainstorming in real-time, with each team member adding their ideas to the map while discussions flow naturally. This feature transforms your mind maps into living, breathing documents that evolve as your ideas grow. Need to make last-minute changes before a big presentation? No problem—your team can update the map simultaneously, making sure that everyone is working on the latest version.

We've also introduced shared workspaces for enhanced file management. Think of this as your team's digital workspace, where all your mind maps, files, and resources are organized and accessible. No more hunting through endless folders or dealing with scattered files—everything you need is in one place.

Keeping Updated by Commenting

Collaboration isn't just about sharing files; it's about meaningful dialogue. That's why we upgraded the Comment Feature in Xmind AI to make communication within your mind maps more dynamic and productive.

• Instant Comments allow you to drop suggestions, ideas, or feedback directly into the map. Whether you're pointing out a potential improvement or sharing an insight, it's as simple as typing a message. Team leaders can even assign tasks by tagging team members here.
• Contextual Replies Keep conversations organized. Inline replies ensure discussions stay tied to specific topics and that nothing gets lost in translation.
• Smart Notifications alert you to new comments or replies, so you're always in the loop. Whether in the app or checking your email, you'll never miss an important update, including task assignment and project progress.

These features make your mind maps interactive discussion boards, perfect for brainstorming, project reviews, team planning, or even just personal growth.

Staying in Sync during Presentations

Collaboration thrives when everyone is on the same page, and Xmind’s Follow Collaborators feature ensures just that. This innovative tool allows team members to effortlessly align their focus during collaborative sessions, making it easier to grasp project details comprehensively and efficiently.

From a team member’s perspective, Follow Collaborators provides a clear and guided view of the project’s structure and progress. As the presenter navigates through the mind map, you follow along seamlessly, ensuring you see the same details they emphasize. This eliminates the need to second-guess the presenter’s focus or repeatedly ask for clarification. The result? A deeper understanding of the project’s goals, intricacies, and next steps - fostering more meaningful contributions and quicker decision-making.

For presenters, this feature transforms your presentation into an impactful and immersive experience. Your audience remains fully engaged as you guide them through your mind map, point by point. Whether it’s a detailed proposal, a brainstorming session, or a strategic roadmap, Follow Collaborators ensures that everyone in the room - or on the call - grasp the essence of your message without distraction.

Smoothing Your Teamwork with Advanced Integration

Bringing a team together shouldn't be complicated. With our revamped Team Plan, adding up to nine members to your workspace is now a one-click process. You won't have to juggle multiple invitations or struggle with onboarding - your team is ready to collaborate instantly.

The Team Plan also includes 100GB of shared storage and 8,000 AI credits per month for the whole team, ensuring your team has the resources it needs to brainstorm, create, and innovate without limits.

But that's not all. We've also included Advanced Tools to supercharge your collaboration. With these tools, team members can insert tasks, embed formulas, and more within mind maps. Whether planning a project, analyzing data, or organizing a workflow, these features streamline the process, letting your team focus on creativity.

Changing All Workflows with AI-Powered Innovations

Letting Ideas Explode in Brainstorming Hub

Great ideas start with a spark, but sometimes, discovering that spark can be challenging. Give a chance to Brainstorming Hub, your AI-powered assistant for idea generation. Whether tackling a complex problem or starting a new project, the Brainstorming Hub helps you think creatively by generating actionable ideas tailored to your needs.

This feature is perfect for individuals and teams alike. Working solo? Let the AI guide your thought process. Collaborating with others? Use the hub to kickstart discussions, and every new idea on the page will be seen by others.

Growing Ideas into Trees with AI

Mind mapping can be a time-consuming process, especially when you're starting from scratch. That's why we introduced Grow Ideas with AI (AI-assisted Mind Mapping), which is designed to eliminate the guesswork involved in structuring your ideas.

• Auto Mode is ideal for quick brainstorming sessions. Input your thoughts; the AI will generate a complete mind map in seconds.
• On-Demand Mode lets you customize the results, ensuring the mind map meets your requirements. Whether you need more detail or a particular layout, this mode puts you in control.

With these options, you can focus on refining your ideas rather than building the structure from scratch.

Generating Task Lists Immediately

Turning ideas into action is often the most challenging part of any project. That's where AI-Generated To-Do Lists come in. Just input your ideas; the AI will create actionable steps to help you progress. Whether planning an event, launching a product, or managing a team, this feature ensures nothing gets overlooked.

Summarizing Anything into Mind Maps

Say goodbye to information overload in your study or work. AI Copilot simplifies things by summarizing text, links, or files into concise, easy-to-digest mind maps. Whether preparing for a meeting or reviewing research materials, AI Copilot saves time and helps you focus on what matters most.

Understanding Easily Using AI Explain

Sometimes, you need a deeper understanding of a topic to make informed decisions. With AI Explain, you can highlight any text or topic, and the AI will provide detailed insights. This feature is perfect for research, analysis, or exploring new ideas.

Making Images Your Own

Visuals like icons and images play a key role in presentations and reports, and Xmind has already made them. But we want them to be better! So, we added Background Removal, a feature that automatically cleans up imported images so you can DIY your own images. Whether working on a presentation or creating a polished mind map, this tool helps you produce mind maps with your own visual styles.

Enhancing Comfort and Efficiency in Personal Work

Viewing Mind Maps Directly in Notion

Integrating your favorite tools is key to a streamlined workflow, and with Embed in Notion, Xmind bridges the gap between creativity and organization. Now, you can embed your mind maps directly into Notion pages, allowing you to view and interact with them alongside your other project details.

Whether you’re managing a study plan or organizing a team project, this feature keeps everything in one place, saving you time and effort. No more switching between apps—your ideas remain accessible and editable, providing a holistic view of your work.

Accessing Files Anytime with Cloud Storage

With Cloud Storage, Xmind ensures that your mind maps are always within reach, whether you’re on your desktop, tablet, or phone. All your files are automatically saved and synced across devices, eliminating the worry of losing progress or dealing with outdated versions.

This feature is perfect for students reviewing notes on the go or professionals who need quick access to their plans during meetings. By combining flexibility with security, Cloud Storage makes your mind mapping experience both convenient and reliable.

These tools are designed to make your work and learning smoother, faster, and more efficient, empowering you to focus on what matters most.

Sparking Creativity and Redefining Mind Mapping

At Xmind, we believe that creativity should be unlimited. This year, we introduced many new features designed to inspire and empower your creative process.

• New Templates: Abundant fresh templates are here to make mind mapping easier, whether it’s for project management, planning, personal learning, or just for fun and creativity. No more starting from scratch! Whether you’re crafting a business plan, setting personal goals, or brainstorming new ideas, there’s a perfect template for every need.
• New Skeletons: We added more unique skeleton styles to give your mind maps a fresh look. From classic tree structures to more professional layouts like Tables and Matrix, these options let you vividly express your ideas with one click.
• Grid Structure: Meet the new layout that’s all about keeping things neat and tidy! Perfect for vertical mind mapping or breaking down complex information or projects, it’s your go-to for staying organized without breaking a sweat.

These updates ensure that your mind maps are as unique and creative as the ideas they represent.

Details Mean Huge: Improving User Experience

Sometimes, it's the small details that make the most significant difference. This year, we focused on refining every aspect of Xmind to make your experience smoother, faster, and more enjoyable.

• Brandnew Interface: The new design is sleek, intuitive, and distraction-free, helping you stay focused on your ideas.
• Note Visibility Toggle: With a single click, you can show or hide notes within topics, allowing you to control how much information you see at a glance.
• Text Underline Style: A small but mighty addition that quickly emphasizes key points.
• iThoughts Import Capability: Seamlessly import your iThoughts files into Xmind so you can pick up where you left off without missing a beat.

These updates may seem minor but add to a significantly improved user experience.

Smart Investment: Flexible Pricing Options

This year, we have implemented more flexible subscription plans to accommodate our users' diverse needs. Whether you are a student, a professional, or part of a growing team, you can find a plan that suits your requirements. These new options enhance accessibility to Xmind while maximizing the value you receive from your investment.

• Pro Plan: The most adored plan for long-time users, including advanced tools such as unlimited slides, custom themes, enhanced export options, task management, and more. Ideal for professionals creating detailed and customized mind maps.

• Premium Plan: Adds powerful AI features with 500 credits monthly, AI-generated to-do lists, unlimited storage, and a 30-day version history. Best for individuals or teams seeking AI-driven productivity and collaboration tools.

• For Teams Plan: Combines all Premium features with centralized management, bulk subscriptions, shared billing, and priority support. Designed for businesses and teams needing efficient collaboration and streamlined administration.

Conclusion

2024 has been a landmark year for Xmind. From groundbreaking AI innovations to enhanced collaboration features and creative tools, we've delivered updates that make mind mapping more powerful and enjoyable than ever before.

But this is just the beginning. As we look ahead to 2025, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, guided by your feedback and inspired by your creativity. Thank you for being part of the Xmind journey—we can't wait to see what you'll create next.

Here's to another year of innovation, inspiration, and collaboration!