Free · No limits · 13 languages
Extract text from an image
Copy the text from a screenshot, a document photo or a post without retyping it.
Reading happens on your device: the image is never uploaded. The first time, the chosen language downloads (a few MB).
How to use it
- 1
Add your image
A screenshot, or a photo of a document, a board or a poster.
- 2
Choose the language
Pick the language of the text for better recognition.
- 3
Copy or download
Fix anything if needed, then copy the text or download it as .txt.
Frequently asked questions
Which images work best?
A sharp, straight, well-lit image with fairly large printed text. Handwriting is often poorly recognized.
Can it read Arabic or Chinese?
Yes. Choose the matching language: 13 are available, including Arabic, Japanese, Korean and Chinese.
Is there a limit?
No. The tool is free and unlimited, and your images stay on your device.