Create Architecture Diagrams
Generate system architecture diagrams showing components, services, databases, and their connections.
Generate Mind Maps
Create mind maps that organize ideas, topics, and concepts in a visual hierarchical structure.
Quick answer: Use the Diagram Generator tool through ToolRouter to generate mind maps directly from Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw — connect once, then drive it with plain-language prompts. No code required.
ToolMind maps take a central concept and branch it into related subtopics, creating a visual hierarchy that mirrors how we naturally organize ideas. They are used for brainstorming sessions, project planning, note-taking, content outlines, and knowledge organization -- anywhere you need to see how ideas connect and nest.
The generate_diagram skill creates mind maps from a description of your topic and its subtopics. Describe the central theme and the branches you want, and the AI produces a properly balanced mind map with clear visual hierarchy. It handles multiple levels of nesting, cross-links between branches, and grouping of related concepts.
Content strategists use mind maps to plan content calendars and topic clusters. Product managers use them to map feature requirements and dependencies. Students use them to organize study material. Project leads use them to break down complex initiatives into workstreams. The visual format makes it easy to spot gaps, identify connections, and communicate structure to others.
How to generate mind maps with Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw
Claude creates mind maps through collaborative brainstorming. Start with a central topic and a few branches, then expand through conversation -- ask Claude to fill gaps, suggest subtopics you missed, and add cross-links between related items. The mind map grows organically as the brainstorming session progresses.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
How to generate mind maps with Claude
Once connected (see setup above), use the Diagram Generator tool:
- Ask Claude: "Create a mind map using diagram-generator" and describe the central topic and branches
- Claude generates the mind map with hierarchical branches and subtopics
- Download the mind map for brainstorming or planning
Example prompt for Claude
Try this with Claude using the Diagram Generator tool
Create a mind map for "Product Launch Plan" with branches for Marketing (social media, PR, email campaigns), Engineering (feature freeze, QA, deployment), and Operations (support training, documentation, monitoring).
Tips for Claude
- Start with 3-5 main branches and let Claude suggest subtopics to fill in gaps
- Ask Claude to add cross-links between related items in different branches
ChatGPT generates mind maps while actively contributing ideas to the structure. It brainstorms additional branches, suggests connections between concepts, and can restructure the hierarchy based on your feedback. The mind map becomes a collaborative thinking tool rather than just a visualization of what you already knew.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
Name
ToolRouterIcon
Download
DownloadDescription
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
How to generate mind maps with ChatGPT
Once connected (see setup above), use the Diagram Generator tool:
- Ask: "Generate a mind map for this topic" and describe the central theme and branches
- ChatGPT creates the mind map with balanced visual hierarchy
- Request: "Add more detail to the marketing branch"
Example prompt for ChatGPT
Try this with ChatGPT using the Diagram Generator tool
Create a mind map for "Web Application Security" covering authentication, authorization, input validation, encryption, and monitoring. Add 3-4 subtopics under each.
Tips for ChatGPT
- ChatGPT can brainstorm additional branches you might not have considered
- Ask for the mind map content as a structured outline too for easy reference
Copilot generates mind maps from within your IDE for project planning and architecture brainstorming. Map out refactoring strategies, visualize feature dependency trees, and create planning documents that live alongside your code. Useful for sprint planning and technical design sessions.
Connect ToolRouter to Copilot
1In your agent, go to Tools → Add a tool → New tool
2Choose Model Context Protocol and enter these details
Server name
ToolRouterServer description
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Set Authentication to None and click Create
How to generate mind maps with Copilot
Once connected (see setup above), use the Diagram Generator tool:
- In Copilot Chat: "Create a mind map for this project" and describe the topic
- Copilot generates the mind map diagram
- Ask: "Save this to the planning docs in my project"
Example prompt for Copilot
Try this with Copilot using the Diagram Generator tool
Generate a mind map for the API redesign project covering endpoints, authentication changes, rate limiting, versioning strategy, and migration plan.
Tips for Copilot
- Copilot can read your project structure and suggest a mind map of the codebase organization
- Use mind maps to plan refactoring efforts and visualize dependency trees
OpenClaw produces mind maps from structured topic hierarchies with consistent layout and visual conventions. Generate planning documents, create content structure maps for editorial teams, and build topic cluster visualizations for content strategy. The structured input format ensures reproducible, consistent output.
Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw
1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp toolsHow to generate mind maps with OpenClaw
Once connected (see setup above), use the Diagram Generator tool:
- Ask OpenClaw: "Create a mind map for this topic" and describe the branches
- OpenClaw generates the mind map with clear hierarchy
- Download and share with your team for discussion
Example prompt for OpenClaw
Try this with OpenClaw using the Diagram Generator tool
Generate a mind map for "Q2 OKRs" with branches for each team: Engineering, Design, Marketing, and Sales. Add 2-3 key results under each.
Tips for OpenClaw
- Use mind maps at the start of a project to capture and organize all stakeholder input
- Iterate on the mind map by asking for more detail on specific branches
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I generate mind maps with an AI assistant?
Create mind maps that organize ideas, topics, and concepts in a visual hierarchical structure. Connect the Diagram Generator tool to Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw through ToolRouter, then ask the assistant in plain language. For example: Ask Claude: "Create a mind map using diagram-generator" and describe the central topic and branches Claude generates the mind map with hierarchical branches and subtopics
Which AI assistants can generate mind maps?
Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw can all generate mind maps using the Diagram Generator tool through ToolRouter, with no API keys or coding required.
What does the Diagram Generator tool do?
Generate professional diagrams from text descriptions. Create architecture diagrams, flowcharts, sequence diagrams, ERDs, mind maps, and network topologies.
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