Spider diagram maker
Topic in the middle, ideas on the legs. The radial layout spaces every leg evenly as you type, so it looks tidy without dragging anything.
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How to draw a good spider diagram
- Write the topic in the centre in as few words as possible.
- Add a leg for each main point. Keep legs to a keyword each.
- Add short sub-legs for examples or evidence. Two levels is usually plenty.
- Colour-code legs by theme (select a leg and pick a colour) so causes, effects and examples stand apart.
- Export as PDF or PNG for homework or revision cards.
Common uses: revision for geography case studies, planning an answer to an exam question, and collecting ideas before an essay. For a deeper structure, switch the layout to Balanced and it becomes a mind map.
Same topic, four shapes
Spider diagram: Every branch is an equal leg around the body. Nothing comes first, so it suits quick brainstorming where order doesn’t matter yet.
Questions people ask
What is a spider diagram?
A spider diagram is a radial diagram with a topic in the middle and ideas on “legs” around it. It is a quick, informal kind of mind map, widely used in UK schools for geography, history and revision.
What’s the difference between a spider diagram and a mind map?
Very little in practice. Spider diagrams are usually simpler (often one or two levels, all legs equal) and drawn fast; mind maps add colour-coded branches, keywords and deeper levels. This maker does both: switch layout at any time.
How do I make a spider diagram online?
Type your topic in the centre, press Tab to add a leg, Enter to add the next one. The radial layout spaces legs evenly. Export as PNG or PDF to print it or add it to homework.