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Image to Text (OCR)
Extract text from images with free OCR.
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About the Image to Text (OCR)
Turn a picture of text into editable text for free with OCR (optical character recognition). Upload a screenshot, photo, or scan and extract the words in over 10 languages — English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, and more. It runs in your browser, so your images stay private. Great for copying text from images, receipts, and slides.
How to use the Image to Text (OCR)
- 01Upload an image with text.
- 02Choose the language.
- 03Click Extract text and copy the result.
Frequently asked questions
Which languages are supported?
10+ including English, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, and Russian.
Does it read handwriting?
OCR works best on clear printed text; handwriting results vary.