Convert Image to Text
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About Image Format
Images containing text — scanned documents, screenshots, photographed signs, business cards, and menus — store text as pixels that cannot be copied or searched.
About Text Format
Plain text extracted via OCR (Optical Character Recognition) can be copied, edited, searched, translated, and used in any application.
Why Convert Image to Text?
Extract text from images when you need to digitize printed documents, copy text from screenshots, translate signs in photos, or create searchable text from scanned materials.
Common Use Cases
- ✓ Digitizing printed documents
- ✓ Copying text from screenshots
- ✓ Extracting data from receipts
- ✓ Translating sign text
- ✓ Converting business cards to contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
What image formats are supported for text extraction?
JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, TIFF, BMP, and GIF are all supported for OCR text extraction.
Can it read text in multiple columns?
Yes, the OCR engine can handle multi-column layouts like newspapers and magazines, though complex layouts may need manual formatting after extraction.
Does it work with handwritten text?
Handwriting recognition works for clear, printed-style handwriting. Cursive and highly personal handwriting styles may have lower accuracy.
Can it extract text from images with complex backgrounds?
Yes, but best results come from high-contrast text on clean backgrounds. Images with busy backgrounds or low contrast may produce less accurate results.
What output formats are available?
Extracted text can be downloaded as plain text (.txt), Word document (.docx), or copied directly to clipboard.