As an entrepreneur, I often find my mind filled with ideas. They come in all shapes and sizes — some are brief and others stick around, developing into complex networks of related thoughts. Capturing these ideas accurately can be challenging, especially when using traditional note-taking apps that can feel limiting and disjointed.

These challenges are magnified on mobile devices. The limited screen space and clunky navigation can make brainstorming feel like a chore. To solve this, I created MindNotes, a tool designed to capture the free-flowing nature of human thoughts on a mobile-friendly interface.

But why keep this solution to myself? I have decided to share this first version of MindNotes with others who might face similar struggles. I’m eager to hear your thoughts, feedback, and experiences to help refine and enhance the app, making it a more effective tool for all creative thinkers.

Getting Started with MindNotes

MindNotes is designed to feel as natural as having a conversation with your own thoughts. Creating one is as straightforward as jotting down a quick message. Tap on the text area and let your ideas flow:

However, ideas are rarely isolated. They branch out, interconnect, and evolve. MindNotes embraces this natural progression by allowing you to delve deeper into each idea. You can enter a note and add related thoughts under it, forming an intricate yet navigable mind map.

With a growing mind map, navigation is key. MindNotes is designed with an intuitive interface to ensure effortless exploration of your note tree. Seamlessly shift from one thought chain to another, never losing track of your thought processes.

Streamlining Thought Organization

MindNotes isn’t just about capturing thoughts — it’s about organizing them in a way that mirrors your personal thought process. It’s about flexibility and adaptability to your changing ideas.

With an intuitive drag-and-drop feature, MindNotes lets you move and nest notes freely. You might start off with an array of individual thoughts, but as connections emerge and ideas evolve, you can effortlessly create a structured hierarchy of notes. This allows you to categorize and subcategorize your ideas, mirroring the intricate network of your thoughts.

But what about those standout thoughts that need to be readily accessible? MindNotes has a simple solution — the “star” functionality. A quick tap on the star icon marks a note as important, moving it to the top of your note structure for easy access. This proves invaluable when you’re navigating a complex web of thoughts, ensuring that key ideas are always within sight.

With MindNotes, your thoughts are not just recorded — they’re organized, prioritized, and ready for you to develop further.

Tell Me What You Think

MindNotes is designed to adapt to your unique thought processes, but this first version, while functional, is not the final one. I invite you to put it to the test in your own brainstorming sessions and share how it fares.

Does the drag-and-drop functionality feel intuitive? Is the “star” feature useful in sorting out your thoughts? Are there any additional features you’d like to see in the future? Your feedback is essential. Click on the “Share” button on Safari and then “Add to Home Screen” to start using the app daily:

As a tool made for thinkers, by a thinker, your input will play a crucial role in shaping the evolution of MindNotes. Your experiences, insights, and suggestions will guide the refinement and enhancement of the app.

Try MindNotes today and join me in simplifying thought capture. Your feedback will shape its future.