OCR · SCAN · IMAGE

Extract Text from Images.

Pull usable text from a screenshot, scan, or photo so you can copy and edit the words.

Choose a clear image Use a photo, scan or screenshot.

Extract the words Run text recognition online.

Proofread the text Check names and numbers.

Drop your image or scan here

or click to browse — up to 20 MB

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TRUSTED FOR

Scanned receipts Handwritten notes ID cards Book pages Forms

ABOUT THIS TOOL

Extract Text From an Image

This is useful when the information is visible in an image but you need it as text for another document.

At a glance

Upload: PNG, JPG and TIFF (photos, scans, screenshots)
You get: Editable text as TXT, Word (DOCX) or PDF
File size: 20 MB per file
Works on: Any modern browser on a computer, tablet or phone. Nothing to install.
Storage: Unlimited. Files stay in your dashboard until you delete them.
Guarantee: 30-day money-back guarantee

How to use it

Select a clear image or scan.
Run text extraction.
Proofread the recognized text and copy or download it.

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Common questions

Will a blurry photo work?

A clear, straight image gives text recognition the best chance of reading the words correctly.

Should I proofread the result?

Yes. Check names, numbers, and unusual formatting before using extracted text.

Which formats can I convert?

This tool takes PNG, JPG and TIFF (photos, scans, screenshots) and gives you editable text as TXT, Word (DOCX) or PDF. Files can be up to 20 MB. Check tables, fonts and page breaks in the converted file before you use it, especially for complex layouts.