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Image to text (OCR)

Pull the text out of a photo, scan or screenshot so you can copy and edit it.

How to extract text from an image

  1. Choose a photo or screenshot.
  2. Pick the language of the text.
  3. Press Extract text, then copy it or download a .txt file.

Tips for better results

  • Use a sharp, well-lit photo taken straight on.
  • Crop away everything except the text.
  • Printed text works much better than handwriting.

Questions

Which languages are supported?

English, Urdu, Arabic and Hindi, plus English and Urdu together.

Can it read handwriting?

Clear handwriting sometimes works, but OCR is built for printed text.