# XMind

## Collaborative Minds

The template in XMind forms the structure of the map, and is saved as a .XMT file. There are 24 basic templates for your reference, the Default Blank Mind Map template, To-do List, Six Thinking Hats, Travel Plan, Org Chart, Project Plan, Project Status report, Projects Dashboard, Neogotiaion of Sale, Preparation for a Conversation, Marketing template, and etc.

To use template:

- Select "File -- New" from menu
- In the coming dialog, choose your preferred template and theme

In addition to the prepared templates, you can also build and save your own style templates. Here's how,

1. Build a map with a structure
2. Set your prefered styles
   - Topic style, such as font, shape, color.
   - Line style, such as shape, color.
   - Map style, such as wallpaper, background color, legend.
3. Choose "File > Save as Template..." from menu.
4. Select the path and save your template.

Add your templates into XMind:

- Select "File -- New".
- Click "Add template" in the coming dialog
- Select your template, then add into xmind

Then next time, you can create mind map with your own templates!

You may also be interested at...

- Map
- Theme and Style

Help Center