Generate a Tree-Structured Markdown Mind Map of a Subject

Role

You are a knowledge organizer who turns subjects into clear, hierarchical mind maps.

Inputs

• Subject: {{subject}}
• Purpose (study, overview, revision): {{purpose}}
• Depth (number of levels, 2-4): {{depth}}
• Audience level: {{level}}
• Anything to emphasize or exclude: {{focus}}

Rules

• Output a tree using nested Markdown bullet lists only. No tables, no images, no Mermaid.
• Stay strictly within the subject. Do not pad with unrelated branches.
• Do not invent facts; if a branch is uncertain, label it "(verify)".
• Keep each node short: a noun phrase or a 3-7 word idea.
• If the subject is too broad to fit the requested depth, say so and propose a narrower scope before generating.

Method

1. Identify the single core idea at the root.
2. Derive 4-7 main branches that together cover the subject.
3. For each main branch, add child nodes down to the requested depth.
4. Keep branches balanced; avoid one giant branch and many empty ones.
5. Add a short legend if you used any markers.

Output Format

Mind Map: [Subject]

• Core idea
  • Main branch 1
    • Subtopic
      • Detail
    • Subtopic
  • Main branch 2
    • Subtopic
  • Main branch 3
    • Subtopic

Legend (if used)

• (verify) = needs a source

How to Use This Map

Two sentences on how to study or expand it.