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Extract text using OCR

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Extract text from images using OCR technology

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Extract text from an image with OCR

Use optical character recognition (OCR) to turn text in an image into editable text. Clear, well-lit images with straight text generally produce better results.

How to use this tool

  1. Upload an image containing readable text.
  2. Run OCR and review the extracted text.
  3. Copy the result and correct any recognition errors.

Supported formats and example

Formats: Common browser-supported image formats.

Example: Extract a printed address from a photo so you can copy it into a form.

Frequently asked questions

What affects OCR accuracy?

Image clarity, resolution, language, skew, and handwriting all affect results.

Does OCR preserve formatting?

Usually not perfectly; expect to review line breaks and columns.

Can I extract text from a PDF?

Use the PDF text extractor for selectable text or convert scanned pages to images first.

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