Tool guide
Image and PDF OCR: practical guide
Image and PDF OCR accepts Image, scanned PDF and creates TXT / searchable PDF directly in the browser. Processed images are created locally in your browser. No account, watermark, or file upload is required for supported processing.
Input
Image, scanned PDF
Output
TXT / searchable PDF
Typical use
Processed images are created locally in your browser.
When to use this tool
- Processed images are created locally in your browser.
- Pixel size and output format affect quality and file size.
- Transparent content should normally stay in PNG or WebP.
How to use this tool
- Choose one or more supported images.
- Set the output format, size, quality, or layout required for the task.
- Run the tool and inspect the preview.
- Download individual results or a ZIP/PDF when available.
Supported file formats
Input: Image, scanned PDF. Output: TXT / searchable PDF. Processed images are created locally in your browser.
How quality is preserved
Pixel size and output format affect quality and file size. Transparent content should normally stay in PNG or WebP. The tool does not silently choose a lower quality or different output format unless the selected operation requires it.
Use on mobile and desktop · Large file guidance
Very large pixel dimensions and large batches can exceed mobile canvas or memory limits. Test one image first and process large batches in smaller groups. Very large images can exceed mobile browser memory or canvas limits.
Common errors and fixes
Very large images can exceed mobile browser memory or canvas limits. Check the file format, entered values, browser permission, and available memory before trying again.
Frequently asked questions
Are files uploaded when using Image and PDF OCR?
No. Supported processing runs in the current browser and the original and result files are not stored on a conversion server.
What input and output formats does Image and PDF OCR use?
Input: Image, scanned PDF. Output: TXT / searchable PDF. Processed images are created locally in your browser.
How does Image and PDF OCR affect quality?
Pixel size and output format affect quality and file size. Transparent content should normally stay in PNG or WebP. The tool does not silently choose a lower quality or different output format unless the selected operation requires it.
Can I use Image and PDF OCR on a phone?
Very large pixel dimensions and large batches can exceed mobile canvas or memory limits. Test one image first and process large batches in smaller groups. Very large images can exceed mobile browser memory or canvas limits.
What should I check when Image and PDF OCR does not work?
Very large images can exceed mobile browser memory or canvas limits. Check the file format, entered values, browser permission, and available memory before trying again.