Free image to text OCR

Extract text from image in seconds

Upload screenshots, receipts, or document photos. Watch our image text extractor transcribe images into clean, editable text you can copy or export.

Upload your handwriting

Drag & drop your handwriting

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Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC, or PDF.

Built for anyone converting image files to searchable document

Transform photos and scans into digital format with OCR designed for real-world image processing. Convert receipts, documents, signs, and screenshots while keeping your data private.

Highlights

  • Works with receipts, business cards, book pages, product labels, and any text-containing image using advanced OCR.
  • Preserves formatting and layout structure so each conversion stays organized.
  • Quick setup—just upload an image and convert—with no registration or complex configuration needed.

Smart image processing

Handles photos from any angle. OCR corrects lighting, removes shadows, and straightens each skewed image for accurate extraction.

Structured output

Tables, columns, and bullet points convert to organized format. Maintains document layout for easy copying into spreadsheets or notes.

Multi-language support

Recognizes text in multiple languages from a single image. OCR detects language automatically and preserves special characters.

How it works

Three simple steps to convert any image to word. Works with phone photos, screenshots, or scans.

1

Upload image

Drop a photo, screenshot, or scan into the uploader. OCR automatically enhances image quality for better recognition.

2

Extract text

AI analyzes the image, detects text regions, and recognizes characters. Watch the extraction progress in real-time.

3

Export results

Copy extracted text to clipboard, download as a file, or export to your preferred format. Use the text wherever you need it.

Common image to text use cases

Different scenarios where converting an image to text saves time and improves workflow efficiency.

Business card photo beside extracted contact details.

Business card digitization

Convert business card photos to contact information. Extract names, emails, and phone numbers for CRM systems and address books.

Scanned document next to extracted searchable text.

Document archiving

Digitize paper documents and old files. Extract texts from scans to create searchable archives without retyping entire documents.

Street sign photo with extracted text ready for translation.

Sign and notice capture

Photograph street signs, notices, or announcements. Extract text for translation, directions, or record keeping while traveling.

Invoice scan beside extracted itemized data.

Invoice processing

Extract data from invoice photos and scanned bills. Convert vendor details, line items, and totals into structured text for accounting.

Book page photo next to extracted quote text.

Book and article quotes

Capture information from physical books or printed articles. Extract quotes and passages without manual typing for notes and citations.

Whiteboard photo paired with extracted meeting notes.

Whiteboard documentation

Convert whiteboard photos from meetings into editable result. Share brainstorming sessions and diagrams with text extracted from board captures.

What our users say

See how professionals from different fields use our tool in their daily workflow

I usually take notes by hand in class, but rewriting everything on my laptop takes a lot of time. I tried uploading photos of my notes, and it actually worked better than I expected. It's really helpful when I need everything in text before exams.

Emily Carter, University Student

I deal with a lot of handwritten work from students. Converting it into text makes things easier to organize and review. I like that I can just upload a photo and get something readable without extra steps.

Mark Johnson, High School Teacher

A lot of my research notes are handwritten or scanned. This tool helps me turn them into text so I can search and reuse them later. It saves time, especially when working with older documents.

Dr. Sarah Nguyen, Academic Researcher

I like drafting ideas on paper, but editing on a screen. Being able to turn my handwritten notes into text makes that transition much easier. It feels like a natural part of my writing process now.

Alex Rivera, Freelance Writer

I often take handwritten notes during meetings. Having them converted into text helps me keep everything organized and easy to reference later. It's simple and useful.

Rachel Thompson, Legal Consultant

FAQ

Frequent questions asked about our image to text service.

What is Handwriting to Text?
Handwriting to Text is an online OCR tool that converts handwritten notes, letters, and documents into digital format. Upload a photo or scan, and our AI-powered OCR recognizes your handwriting and transforms it into editable text.
Can I upload multiple images at once?
Free users can upload up to 3 images at once. Paid users can upload more images in a single batch, making it faster to convert large sets of handwritten pages to text using our OCR.
Does it support PDF uploads?
Yes. Free users can upload PDFs with up to 3 pages. Paid users can upload PDFs with more pages, making it easier to process longer handwritten documents.
Which export formats are available?
You can download your handwriting transcripts as Excels(.xlsx), Markdown (.md), CSV (.csv), or plain text (.txt). Copy content directly to your clipboard or export to the format that works best for your workflow.
Do my uploads stay private?
Absolutely. Files are encrypted and auto-deleted after export. Your handwriting OCR sessions stay private — we never use your pages for training.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. Snap a photo of handwritten notes on your phone and upload instantly. Our OCR interface adapts to small screens for seamless mobile processing.