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OCR
Drop a JPG, PNG or WebP image hereAbout Image to Text OCR
Image to Text OCR reads visible text from an image and turns it into editable text. Choose the language used in the image, run OCR, review the extracted text, then copy it or download a TXT file.
Common use cases
Digitize simple documents
Turn a photographed notice, receipt or printed page into editable text for notes and follow-up work.
Searchable working text
Create text that can be searched, translated or reformatted after visually checking it against the source image.
How it works
1
The OCR engine analyzes image regions that appear to contain characters.
2
Recognized characters and words are assembled into text based on the engine's confidence and layout interpretation.
3
You review and copy the extracted text; OCR output should be checked because recognition is probabilistic.
Privacy & file handling
OCR processing is kept in the browser where supported
The image-to-text workflow is designed to process the selected image on the device rather than treating it as a server-side document upload.
Limitations and important notes
- OCR can misread small fonts, handwriting, decorative typefaces, low contrast, blur or rotated text.
- Tables and complex page layouts may not preserve their original structure in plain-text output.
- Always verify names, numbers, legal terms and other high-impact text against the source.
What affects OCR accuracy?
| Feature | Better result | Harder result |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | Sharp, readable characters | Tiny or heavily compressed text |
| Contrast | Dark text on a clean background | Low contrast or patterned backgrounds |
| Layout | Simple text blocks | Dense tables, handwriting or mixed orientation |
How to use Image to Text OCR
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Choose a JPG, PNG or WebP image that contains readable text.
- 2
Select the main recognition language used in the image.
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Click Extract Text and wait for OCR to finish.
- 4
Review and edit the extracted text if needed.
- 5
Copy the text or download it as a TXT file.
Tips for better results
- Sharp text with strong contrast against the background usually improves recognition accuracy.
- Choose the language that best matches the main text in the image.
- Straight, well-lit document photos generally work better than heavily tilted or blurry images.
Frequently asked questions
Can this read Korean text from an image?
Yes. Choose Korean + English when the image contains Korean text, including mixed Korean and English content.
Which image formats are supported?
The tool accepts JPG, PNG and WebP images.
Can I edit the extracted text?
Yes. The OCR result is shown in an editable text area before you copy or download it.