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Extract Text from Images

Extract text from images using AI-powered OCR

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Supports: JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF

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About This Tool

Image to Text uses AI vision models to extract text from images (OCR) or describe image contents. Perfect for converting photos of documents, screenshots, and handwritten notes into editable text. Powered by Cloudflare Workers AI.

How to Use

  1. Upload an image containing text
  2. Select mode: OCR (extract text) or Describe (image description)
  3. Click 'Extract Text' to process with AI
  4. Copy the extracted text to clipboard

Common Use Cases

  • Document digitization: Convert paper documents to text
  • Screenshot text: Extract text from screenshots
  • Handwritten notes: Digitize handwritten content
  • Business cards: Extract contact information
  • Image accessibility: Generate text descriptions for images

FAQ

Q1: What types of text can be extracted?

The AI can extract printed text, screenshots, and some handwritten text. Clear, high-contrast images work best.

Q2: Does it work with handwriting?

It can process clear handwriting, though results vary based on legibility.

Q3: What's the describe mode?

Describe mode uses AI to generate a text description of what's in the image, useful for accessibility.

Q4: Is there a usage limit?

Yes, this tool has a daily limit of 10 uses per IP address.

Q5: What image sizes work best?

Clear images with readable text work best. Very small or blurry text may not be recognized.

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