How to Convert Handwriting to Text on reMarkable

If you love writing by hand more than typing, the reMarkable tablet was made for you. It's all about that paper-like feel—no distractions, just you and your thoughts. People use it for everything from jotting down notes and making plans to marking up research or sketching out ideas.

But here's the thing: handwritten notes can be hard to work with later. Maybe you want to edit what you wrote, share it, or drop it into a document. That's where reMarkable's handwriting-to-text feature really comes in handy.

This guide shows you how to turn your handwritten notes into typed text on reMarkable. You'll see how the whole thing works and what it's actually like when you use it day to day.

What is the reMarkable Tablet?

The reMarkable tablet is all about writing and reading—nothing else getting in the way. It uses an E-ink display that feels like real paper, so jotting down notes, sketching, or reading feels natural. Forget about constant notifications or a flood of apps. reMarkable keeps things simple, focused on giving you a clean space for handwriting and long-form notes.

Here's what stands out: the screen really does look and feel like paper, and you use a stylus to write. Every note or doodle gets saved digitally, and if you want, it can turn your handwriting into text. That's handy when you need to make your scribbles search-friendly or share them.

Because it sticks to the basics, reMarkable is a favorite for students, researchers, writers, and anyone who just wants to focus and get their thoughts down—no distractions, but still digital when you need it.

Convert Handwritten Notes to Text on reMarkable

reMarkable lets you turn your handwritten notes into typed text with just a few taps. It doesn't do all the work on the tablet itself, though. Instead, it taps into cloud services to read your handwriting and turn it into neat, editable text you can export.

To use this feature, you need:

• A reMarkable tablet connected to Wi-Fi
• A logged-in reMarkable account

It handles regular handwriting really well. If you use symbols, draw diagrams, or have complicated layouts, sometimes things get a little messy. The system's built for straightforward, linear text. On the bright side, it recognizes several languages, so switching between them isn't a problem if you write in more than one.

Here's how you can convert handwriting into typed text on reMarkable:

Conversion Using Document Settings

• Open the notebook or PDF with your handwritten notes.
• Tap the Document settings icon in the toolbar.
• Select Convert to text.
• A new page will be created with your handwriting transformed into editable text.

Conversion With the Selection Tool

• Open the page you want to convert.
• Tap the Selection Tool and circle the written text you want to convert.
• Tap the handwriting conversion icon to replace the selection with typed text.

Batch Conversion (Multiple Pages)

• Go to the Page overview (grid view).
• Long-press a page, then tap additional pages to select them.
• Choose Convert to text to process all selected pages at once.

What Converts Well and What Doesn't

reMarkable does a great job turning clear, straightforward handwriting into digital text—whether you print or use cursive. If you keep your notes tidy, with even sizing and spacing, you'll usually get more accurate results. The device understands several languages, too, so it works for folks who write in English, Spanish, French, German, and a few others.

But let's be honest, it's not perfect with everything. Math formulas, symbols, diagrams, or anything with a lot of special formatting don't always come through cleanly. The system really focuses on regular words and sentences, not complicated visuals, so neat handwriting always helps.

Once your handwriting's converted, you can edit the text right on the device or pull it up in reMarkable's apps on your computer or phone. Sending it to yourself by email or syncing with Google Drive or Dropbox is simple, too. It's a smooth way to bring your handwritten notes into the rest of your writing routine.

Real-World User Insights

Users report a range of experiences with handwriting conversion:

• Many find that clear, evenly spaced handwriting converts accurately, often requiring minimal edits afterward.
• Very cursive or tightly spaced handwriting may produce results that need review and cleanup.
• Because conversion runs through cloud services, users must ensure the device is logged in and connected — syncing and network issues can affect conversion availability.
• Some users find that writing on lined templates instead of blank pages helps guide their handwriting and improves conversion accuracy.
• These insights highlight that while reMarkable's handwriting conversion is powerful, it benefits from good input quality — clear writing and proper setup often result in the best output.

Tips for Better Conversion

To get the best results from handwriting conversion:

• Write with moderate spacing between lines and words
• Use consistent writing size and avoid overlapping strokes
• Choose pages with minimal diagrams or complex drawings
• Clear handwriting and thoughtful page layout improve recognition accuracy and make post-conversion editing easier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can reMarkable convert handwriting offline?

Nope. You need an internet connection for handwriting conversion because it all happens in the cloud.

Do I need a paid subscription to convert handwriting?

No, you don't. Converting handwriting is free, but if you want to sync your files or access your notes on other devices, you'll need to set up a reMarkable account.

Can it handle cursive handwriting?

Yes, it can read both cursive and printed writing. If your cursive is really messy, you might have to clean things up after the conversion.

Can multiple pages be converted at once?

Yes, you can pick several pages and convert them together in one go.

Will diagrams or math be converted?

Not really. reMarkable doesn't reliably turn graphics, diagrams, or math into text, so you'll probably need to fix those by hand.