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OCR PDF
Make scanned PDFs searchable. Extract text with Tesseract OCR.
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How to use OCR PDF
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Upload your file
Drag and drop your file onto the upload area, or click to browse your device.
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Choose options
Configure any settings you need, then click the process button.
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Download result
Your processed file is ready instantly. Click Download to save it.
Frequently Asked Questions
OCR converts scanned image-based PDFs into searchable text. Use it when you cannot select or copy text from a PDF.
The tool uses Tesseract and supports English by default. Additional languages are available in the settings.
A typical 10-page scan takes 30–60 seconds in your browser, depending on page complexity.
OCR works best on flat, well-lit scans. Angled or low-contrast images may reduce accuracy.