Mindmap Extension

Mindmap Extension for VS Code by Innodea.

Create, preview, and edit FreeMind .mm files directly in VS Code with a visual tree workflow.

Features

• FreeMind .mm support in VS Code.
• Custom editor for visual mindmap preview.
• Inline node editing in the preview.
• Node operations: add sibling before/after, add child, edit, remove.
• Clipboard actions on selected nodes: cut, copy, paste.
• Theme picker for mindmap styling.
• Layout picker including tree and balance layouts.
• Zoom controls and dark/light mode toggle.
• Open XML quickly from preview when you want raw file edits.

Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

1. Open Extensions in VS Code.
2. Search for Mindmap Extension by innodea.
3. Select Install.

From VSIX

1. Download the .vsix package.
2. In VS Code, open Command Palette.
3. Run Extensions: Install from VSIX....
4. Select the downloaded .vsix file.

Usage

1. Open or create a .mm file.
2. The file opens in Mindmap Preview by default.
3. Use toolbar actions and context controls to modify nodes.
4. Changes update the underlying XML document.

Commands

• Mindmap: Read FreeMind .mm File
• Mindmap: Add Child Node to Root
• Mindmap: Preview FreeMind Tree

Keyboard Shortcuts

The preview supports quick node editing shortcuts:

• Enter or Return: Add sibling node below selected node.
• Tab: Add child node under selected node.
• Delete or Backspace: Remove selected node.

You can still add custom command keybindings in VS Code:

1. Open Keyboard Shortcuts.
2. Search for commands starting with Mindmap:.
3. Bind keys as needed.

FAQ

Which file format is supported?

This extension is designed for FreeMind .mm files.

Can I still edit raw XML?

Yes. Use the Open XML action from preview to edit the same document in text mode.

Are cut, copy, and paste available?

Yes. Right-click the selected node in preview to use Cut, Copy, and Paste actions.

Why do I only see fallback layout or theme?

If extension assets are missing in a custom build/package, only built-in fallback options may appear. Install from official distribution to ensure full layout and theme availability.

Is this extension open source?

No. This extension is distributed under a proprietary license.

Feedback

We welcome product feedback, bug reports, and feature requests.

• Website: https://innodeatech.com/
• Contact: https://innodeatech.com/contact

Support

For help with installation or usage, reach out through the contact page above.

License

This software is proprietary and confidential. All rights reserved by Innodea.