OCR PDF

Pull out text from scanned PDFs

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How to OCR PDF

1 Upload your scanned PDF

2 Select OCR language

3 Click Process to extract text

4 Download your searchable PDF

OCR PDF FAQ

What is PDF OCR?

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) converts scanned images and PDFs into searchable and editable text.

Which languages are supported?

We support OCR in over 100 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and more.

How accurate is the OCR?

Our OCR technology achieves high accuracy, especially with clear, well-scanned documents.

Can I edit the text after OCR?

The output is a searchable PDF. For editing, you can convert it to Word format afterward.

Does OCR work on handwritten text?

OCR works best with printed text. Handwritten text recognition has limited accuracy.

Can I process multiple files at once?

Yes, you can upload and process multiple files. Free users have some limits while Premium users enjoy unlimited batch processing.

Does this tool work on mobile devices?

Yes, our tool works on all devices including smartphones and tablets with any modern web browser.

Which browsers are supported?

Our tool works with all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.

Are my files kept private?

Yes, your files are secure. All uploaded files are automatically deleted from our servers after processing.

What if my download does not start?

Click the download button again. Make sure pop-ups are not blocked and check your downloads folder.

Will this affect the quality?

Our tool is optimized to preserve quality while achieving the desired result. You can preview before downloading.

Do I need to create an account?

No account is required for basic usage. Creating an account gives you access to additional features and higher limits.

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