What exactly does OCR do to my scanned PDF?
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) scans the pixels of your image-based document, identifies the letters, and overlays a hidden, searchable, and selectable text layer on top of the image.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ocr Pdf
Text Recognition (OCR)
Can it recognize handwritten notes?
Our OCR engine is highly optimized for printed, typed text (like books, contracts, and receipts). It may struggle to accurately transcribe cursive or messy handwriting.
Will the OCR process change how my document looks?
No, the visual appearance of your PDF remains 100% identical. The recognized text is injected as an invisible layer directly over the original image.
Languages & Export
Does the OCR support languages other than English?
Yes, the engine supports multiple languages including Spanish, French, German, and Italian. It automatically detects the primary language to improve recognition accuracy.
Can I copy and paste text after using this tool?
Absolutely. Once the process is complete, you can open the PDF in any viewer, highlight the text, and copy-paste it into Word or an email just like a normal document.
Why is the OCR output sometimes inaccurate?
Accuracy depends heavily on the quality of the original scan. Low resolution, poor lighting, blurry text, or heavy background noise can cause the AI to misinterpret characters.