Image to Text
Copy the text from a photo or screenshot.Always free
How to use Image to Text
Image to Text copies the words from a photo, screenshot or scan, so you don't have to type them out: a recipe, a sign, a page of notes, a receipt or a slide. The text is read on your own device, the words it found are outlined on the picture, and the result is ready to copy or save as a text file. It's always free, and nothing is uploaded.
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Choose a photo or screenshot, drop it anywhere on the page, or paste one.
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Wait a moment while it reads. The first time, the text reader downloads once.
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Check the text. Join lines into paragraphs puts wrapped sentences back together.
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Press Copy text, or Save as .txt.
Common questions
How do I copy text from a picture?
Add the picture here. The text is read in a few seconds; press Copy text and paste it wherever you like.
Is it free?
Yes, always. Copying the text and saving it as a .txt file never count towards your downloads.
Is my picture uploaded?
No. The text is read by your browser on your own device. Nothing is uploaded or stored.
Which languages does it read?
English, for now. Other languages that use the same letters may partly work, but accents can be missed.
Can it read handwriting?
Sometimes, if it's neat and clear, but it's made for printed text. Always check the result.