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Extract text from images and documents using OCR technology

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OCR Image to Text Converter

Our free online OCR (Optical Character Recognition) tool quickly converts images containing text into editable, searchable text. Whether you have scanned documents, photos of text, or screenshots, our advanced OCR technology can extract the text accurately.

What is OCR?

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is a technology that recognizes text within digital images. It's designed to convert different types of documents, such as scanned paper documents, PDF files, or images captured by a digital camera, into editable and searchable data.

How to Use Our OCR Image to Text Tool

Upload an image containing text using the tool above
Our OCR engine will automatically process the image
The recognized text will appear in the output box
Copy the text or download it for your use

Features of Our OCR Image to Text Converter

High Accuracy

Advanced OCR algorithms provide high text recognition accuracy for clear images.

Multiple Languages

Support for text recognition in multiple languages and alphabets.

Layout Preservation

Maintains the structure of paragraphs in the extracted text when possible.

Fast Processing

Quick processing times even for large or complex images.

Common Uses for OCR Image to Text Conversion

Digitizing printed documents for searchable archives
Converting scanned books into editable text
Extracting text from screenshots for documentation
Digitizing business cards and contact information
Converting PDF images into editable text
Extracting data from forms and surveys
Making printed materials accessible to screen readers

OCR Technology Explained

Our OCR image to text converter works through several sophisticated steps:

Image Pre-processing: Enhances the image for better text recognition by adjusting brightness, contrast, and removing noise.
Text Detection: Identifies areas within the image that contain text.
Character Recognition: Analyzes each character and matches it against known patterns.
Post-processing: Uses language models to correct errors and improve accuracy.

Tips for Best OCR Results

Use high-resolution images (at least 300 DPI)
Ensure text is clearly visible with good contrast
Avoid skewed or rotated text whenever possible
Crop images to include only the text you want to extract
Use consistent lighting when photographing documents

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this OCR tool free to use?

Yes, our OCR image to text converter is completely free with no registration required.

What image formats are supported?

Our OCR tool supports common image formats including JPG, PNG, GIF, and BMP.

Can it recognize handwritten text?

Our OCR works best with typed or printed text. Handwritten text recognition may have varying results depending on clarity and style.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, there is a maximum file size limit of 10MB per image to ensure optimal performance.