Image to Text (OCR)
Extract text from images using AI-powered OCR and generate a PDF document. Runs entirely in your browser.
How to use
Upload an Image
Click the upload area or drag and drop an image file (JPG, PNG, BMP, WebP, or TIFF). You can use photos, screenshots, handwritten notes, or scanned documents.
Extract Text
Click the 'Extract Text & Generate PDF' button. The AI model will process your image and extract all visible text with high accuracy.
Download or Share PDF
View the generated PDF directly in your browser, then download it. The PDF output can also be chained with other PDF tools like merge, split, or watermark.
Use cases
Digitize Scanned Documents
"Convert scanned paper documents, receipts, and invoices into searchable PDF files without retyping."
Extract Text from Screenshots
"Quickly grab text from screenshots, error messages, or UI elements and save them as a clean PDF."
Digitize Handwritten Notes
"Convert handwritten notes or whiteboard photos into editable, searchable PDF documents."
Archive Documents as PDF
"Turn photos of printed documents, signs, or labels into organized PDF files for easy archiving and sharing."
Frequently Asked Questions
?What image formats are supported?
The tool supports JPG, PNG, BMP, WebP, and TIFF image formats. These cover the vast majority of photos, screenshots, and scanned documents.
?How accurate is the text recognition?
The tool uses Florence-2, Microsoft's advanced vision-language model, which delivers significantly better accuracy than traditional OCR engines, especially for handwritten text, complex layouts, and low-quality images.
?What languages are supported?
Florence-2 supports text recognition in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and many more. The model automatically detects the language.
?Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. The entire OCR process runs locally in your browser using WebGPU or WASM. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
?Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free with no watermarks, no sign-up, no usage limits, and no hidden fees. Use it as much as you need.
?Why does the first extraction take longer?
On the first use, the tool downloads the AI model (~200 MB) which is then cached by your browser. Subsequent extractions will be much faster.
?What format is the output?
The extracted text is automatically converted into a PDF document that you can preview in your browser and download. The PDF can be chained with other tools like PDF Merger or PDF Watermark.
?Does it work with handwritten text?
Yes! Florence-2 is a vision-language model that excels at recognizing handwritten text, unlike traditional OCR engines. It handles cursive, printed handwriting, and mixed content.
?Can I use the output with other tools?
Absolutely! The tool outputs a PDF document URL that can be directly chained with any of our PDF tools — merge, split, add watermark, compress, or extract pages.
?How much data does the model download?
The Florence-2 model is approximately 200 MB and is downloaded only once. After the first use, it's cached in your browser and loads instantly.