Image to Text OCR
Extract text from images using optical character recognition
Drag & drop images here or click to browse
Extracted Text
Features of this Image to Text OCR Tool:
- Image Upload:
- Drag and drop interface
- File browser selection
- Image preview
- OCR Options:
- Multiple language support (English, Spanish, French, etc.)
- Different OCR engine modes (Fast, Accurate, Best)
- Formatting preservation
- Background removal option
- Results Display:
- Extracted text in editable textarea
- Confidence meter showing OCR accuracy
- Image preview alongside extracted text
- Text Actions:
- Copy to clipboard
- Download as text file
- Clear results
- Responsive Design:
- Works on mobile and desktop devices
- Clean, modern UI with intuitive icons
Image to Text OCR Tool FAQ
Q1: What is an Image to Text OCR tool?
An OCR (Optical Character Recognition) tool converts text from images or scanned documents into editable and searchable text.
Q2: How does an OCR tool work?
OCR software analyzes an image, identifies the text characters, and converts them into digital, editable text format.
Q3: What image formats does OCR support?
Most OCR tools support formats like JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP, and PDF files.
Q4: How accurate is OCR technology?
OCR accuracy typically ranges from 85% to 99% depending on image quality, clarity, font type, and the OCR engine used.
Q5: Can OCR recognize handwritten text?
Advanced OCR tools can recognize neat handwriting, but accuracy is typically lower compared to printed text.
Q6: Are there limits to file size in free OCR tools?
Yes, most free OCR tools have file size or page number limits, usually between 5MB and 20MB per file.
Q7: Is OCR safe to use online?
Reputable OCR tools prioritize data privacy and typically delete uploaded files after processing. Always review privacy policies before uploading sensitive documents.
Q8: Does OCR recognize languages other than English?
Many OCR tools support multiple languages, including major global languages, depending on the tool’s capabilities.
Q9: Can OCR convert text from scanned PDFs?
Yes, OCR tools commonly convert scanned PDFs into searchable and editable text documents.
Q10: Can OCR maintain document formatting?
Advanced OCR software often attempts to retain formatting, but some manual adjustments may be required post-processing.