Figma Mind Map Importer/Exporter Plugin

About this plugin

Converts mind map files into Figma/FigJam sticky notes with connectors, and exports them back to standard formats. No manual recreation needed.

Import Formats

1. FreeMind (.mm) - Open source mind mapping
2. XMind (.xmind) - Popular commercial tool
3. OPML (.opml) - Standard outline format
4. MindManager (.mmap) - Enterprise mind mapping
5. MindMeister (.mind) - Web-based tool
6. CSV (.csv) - Spreadsheet data
7. JSON (.json) - Structured data

Export Formats

1. Markdown (.md) - For documentation
2. OPML (.opml) - For outline processors
3. FreeMind (.mm) - Universal compatibility
4. CSV (.csv) - For data analysis
5. JSON (.json) - For developers

How to Use Import:

1. Open plugin
2. Drop or select your mind map file
3. Choose layout (Top-Bottom, Left-Right, Center-Out)
4. Click Import

How to Use Export:

1. Select mind map nodes in Figma
2. Open plugin → Export tab
3. Choose format
4. File downloads automatically

Technical Details

1. Client-side only, no data sent to servers Processing:
2. Node Limit: Free = 10 nodes, Pro = unlimited
3. Compatibility: Works in both Figma and FigJam
4. Automatic spacing, no overlaps Layout:
5. Relationships: Preserves all parent-child connections

Common Use Cases

1. Migrate existing mind maps from other tools to Figma
2. Export FigJam workshops to documentation formats
3. Convert outlines (OPML) into visual diagrams
4. Import CSV hierarchies for org charts or taxonomies

Limitations

1. Binary formats (.mindz) not supported
2. Free version limited to 10 nodes per operation
3. Very large mind maps (1000+ nodes) may be slow