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OCR PDF

Extract text from scanned PDFs using Optical Character Recognition.

Select a PDF file

Drag and drop files here, or click to browse

OCR Options

Leave empty for all pages

  • Files never leave your device
  • Processed entirely in your browser
  • GDPR-conscious processing

About This Tool

OCR PDF uses Optical Character Recognition to extract text from scanned documents and images within PDFs. Convert image-based PDFs into searchable, selectable text documents.

Support for multiple languages ensures accurate text recognition regardless of the document's language. The original layout is preserved while adding a searchable text layer.

All OCR processing happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.

How to Use

  1. 1

    Upload Scanned PDF

    Drag and drop your scanned PDF or click to select.

  2. 2

    Select Language

    Choose the document language for accurate recognition.

  3. 3

    Process and Download

    Click Process to run OCR and download the searchable PDF.

Use Cases

Digitize Archives

Make scanned document archives searchable.

Document Search

Enable text search in scanned documents.

Text Extraction

Extract text from scanned documents for editing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages are supported?

Over 100 languages are supported including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and more.

Will the original layout be preserved?

Yes, the original visual layout is preserved with a searchable text layer added.

How accurate is the OCR?

Accuracy depends on scan quality but typically exceeds 95% for clear documents.

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References

  • Optical character recognition – WikipediaHow OCR converts scanned images into searchable, editable text.
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