Image to Text Converter: Turn Images into Editable Text with Ease
Our Image to Text Converter (also known as OCR or Optical Character Recognition) lets you extract written content from images instantly, accurately, and securely—right in your browser. Whether it's scanned documents, photos of signs, business cards, handwritten notes, or screenshots, this free tool converts visual text into editable, searchable files for Word, Google Docs, PDFs, and more.
No need to retype or copy manually—just upload your image, choose your language, press convert, and export your text effortlessly.
What Is OCR (Image to Text)?
- OCR is the process of identifying printed or handwritten text in images and converting it into machine-readable content.
- Modern OCR recognizes multiple languages, fonts—even handwriting.
- The tool outputs text you can copy, edit, search, or export—transforming snapshots into working documents.
Why Use an Image to Text Converter?
- Save time & effort: No manual retyping of receipts, signs, or article clippings.
- Boost productivity: Extract quotes, contact details, instructions, and more from images to text instantly.
- Make documents searchable: Add selectable text to scanned documents.
- Reuse content: Convert screenshots or photos into editable text for reports or presentations.
- Accessibility: Enable screen readers to vocalize text on images.
Supported Input Formats
- Image files: JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF
- PDF files: single or multi-page scanned documents
- Handwritten notes or printed text
Key Features of the Converter
- Multi-language OCR: Recognizes dozens of languages and auto-detects for seamless conversion.
- High accuracy: Advanced AI corrects distortions, lighting issues, and skew.
- Layout retention: Keeps paragraphs, line breaks, and basic formatting.
- Export options: TXT, DOCX, PDF, RTF formats supported.
- Copy to clipboard: One-click copy of extracted text.
- Privacy-first: Processing happens in-browser or securely—no images stored or shared.
- No sign-up: Fully free with unlimited conversions.
How to Use the Converter
- Step 1: Upload your image or PDF file.
- Step 2: (Optional) Select the input language or let it auto-detect.
- Step 3: Click “Convert” and wait a few seconds.
- Step 4: Review and edit the extracted text.
- Step 5: Export the result or copy to clipboard.
Use Cases for Image to Text
1. Digitizing Printed Media
Scan pages of books, magazines, or articles to convert them into editable documents for study, research, or citing.
2. Receipt & Invoice Management
Extract totals, dates, vendor names from receipts and invoices into spreadsheets or expense software.
3. Business Cards & Contact Info
Snap a card and instantly import the contact info instead of typing it manually.
4. Note-Taking & Whiteboards
Use photos of handwritten notes or brainstorming sessions to archive editable text for meetings or study.
5. Accessibility & Screen Readers
Text extracted from images can be read aloud by assistive software to aid users with visual impairments.
Format and Feature Comparison
- TXT: Plain text—small file size, no formatting.
- DOCX: Word-compatible with font styles and layout preservation.
- PDF: Searchable PDF with invisible text overlaid on images.
- RTF: Rich text format compatible with many editors.
Tips for Best OCR Accuracy
- Use high-resolution scans or photos (300 DPI+).
- Ensure clear lighting—avoid glare or shadows.
- Crop to text areas to eliminate extra content.
- Align text horizontally; slight skew is handled automatically.
- Choose the correct language for better recognition accuracy.
Security & Privacy
- All processing is local—in-browser or secure; nothing is stored.
- HTTPS uploads/decryption if server-side is used.
- No user tracking, no data collection.
Browser & Device Compatibility
- Works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
- Desktop OS: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Mobile: iOS & Android—works with camera captures
FAQs
Can it handle handwriting?
Yes—our OCR supports many common handwriting styles, though results vary based on pen neatness.
What formats can I export?
TXT, DOCX, PDF, and RTF are supported. TXT for plain text, DOCX for Word editing, PDFs for searchable docs, and RTF for rich text.
Is there a file size limit?
Single-page images up to 10 MB are supported; multi-page PDFs are handled up to ~50 MB total.
Is accuracy perfect?
Printed text recognition is ~98%+ accurate with good inputs. Handwriting may require some manual edits.
Is it free?
Yes—this tool is completely free with no usage limits or registration required.
Coming Soon
- Bulk multi-page PDF OCR
- Live language detection & layout preview
- Direct export to Google Docs or Dropbox
- Clipboard auto-paste & auto-copy support
- Browser extension for quick OCR anywhere
Conclusion
The Image to Text Converter accelerates converting visual information into editable, searchable text—saving time, reducing manual work, and improving productivity. Whether you're digitizing documents, capturing handwritten notes, processing receipts, or enhancing accessibility, this secure, private, and powerful tool does the job in seconds.
Try it now—upload your images and let our OCR engine do the rest.